2010 BMW 128 vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 128 would be higher. Both 2010 BMW 128 and 2013 Volvo S60 are equipped with a 3,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2010 BMW 128. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 177 kg more than 2010 BMW 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 128. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 128. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW 128 | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 128 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4361 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1412 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2659 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
