2009 BMW 760 vs. 2011 Volvo S60
To start off, 2011 Volvo S60 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 760 would be higher. At 5,971 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2011 Volvo S60. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 760 weights approximately 321 kg more than 2011 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 760. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S60 will offer significantly more control. 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 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo S60. (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 760 | 2011 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 760 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5971 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 439 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 67 L |
