1980 BMW M5 vs. 1976 Volvo 260
To start off, 1980 BMW M5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW M5 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 260. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 BMW M5 weights approximately 41 kg more than 1976 Volvo 260. 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, 1980 BMW M5 (304 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 260. 1976 Volvo 260 has automatic transmission and 1980 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 1980 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Volvo 260 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 BMW M5 | 1976 Volvo 260 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | M5 | 260 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1391 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |