1977 Volvo 66 vs. 2007 BMW 523
To start off, 2007 BMW 523 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1977 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1977 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, 2007 BMW 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volvo 66. 2007 BMW 523 has automatic transmission and 1977 Volvo 66 has manual transmission. 1977 Volvo 66 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 523 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Volvo 66 | 2007 BMW 523 | |
| Make | Volvo | BMW |
| Model | 66 | 523 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1850 mm |
