1981 Volvo 260 vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volvo 260 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 118 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1981 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, 2010 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 260. (231 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Volvo 260 | 2010 BMW 118 | |
Make | Volvo | BMW |
Model | 260 | 118 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2849 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |