1978 Volvo 66 vs. 2010 BMW M5
To start off, 2010 BMW M5 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 444 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M5 weights approximately 990 kg more than 1978 Volvo 66. 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 M5 (519 Nm) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 66. (94 Nm). This means 2010 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Volvo 66 | 2010 BMW M5 | |
| Make | Volvo | BMW |
| Model | 66 | M5 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1468 mm |
