2009 BMW M6 vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW M6 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S80. (296 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 549 kg more than 2009 BMW M6.
Because 2013 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2009 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo S80. (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M6 | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | M6 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2835 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.5 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
