1976 Volvo 343 vs. 2010 BMW M6
To start off, 2010 BMW M6 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volvo 343. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volvo 343 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 430 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M6 weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1976 Volvo 343. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 343. (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 343. 1976 Volvo 343 has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Volvo 343 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Volvo 343 | 2010 BMW M6 | |
| Make | Volvo | BMW |
| Model | 343 | M6 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4872 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1377 mm |
