1976 BMW 3.3 vs. 1979 Volvo 245
To start off, 1979 Volvo 245 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 3.3 would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 3.3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 3.3 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 245. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 3.3 should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 245.
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, 1976 BMW 3.3 (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 245. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 3.3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 3.3 | 1979 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 3.3 | 245 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
