1979 Volvo 66 vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 118 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 118 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, 2012 BMW 118 (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Volvo 66 | 2012 BMW 118 | |
Make | Volvo | BMW |
Model | 66 | 118 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1748 mm |