1980 Volvo 260 vs. 2011 BMW 330
To start off, 2011 BMW 330 is newer by 31 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 330 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 260. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 330 should accelerate faster 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, 2011 BMW 330 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 260. (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Volvo 260 | 2011 BMW 330 | |
Make | Volvo | BMW |
Model | 260 | 330 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2383 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |