1973 BMW 2004 vs. 1979 Volvo 66
To start off, 1979 Volvo 66 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 2004. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 2004 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 BMW 2004 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 2004 (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 2004 should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 66.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1973 BMW 2004 (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 2004 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 2004 | 1979 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 2004 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1550 mm |
