2011 BMW 740 vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, 2011 BMW 740 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2006 Volvo V70. (169 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 740 weights approximately 441 kg more than 2006 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 740 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 2011 BMW 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V70, 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, 2011 BMW 740 (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo V70. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 740 | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 740 | V70 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5215 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1902 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3211 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
