2009 BMW 750 vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 BMW 750 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 750 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S80. (200 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 750 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2005 Volvo S80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 750 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S80. (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 750 | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 750 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
