2009 BMW M3 vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW M3 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2010 Volvo S80. (311 HP @ 5950 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S80 weights approximately 349 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
Because 2010 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 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, 2010 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3. 2010 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | M3 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5950 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1879 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2835 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
