1980 Volvo 260 vs. 2007 BMW 318
To start off, 2007 BMW 318 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 2,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volvo 260 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 318 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1980 Volvo 260.
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 Volvo 260 (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Volvo 260 | 2007 BMW 318 | |
Make | Volvo | BMW |
Model | 260 | 318 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 2848 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |