1983 BMW 316 vs. 1978 Volvo 264
To start off, 1983 BMW 316 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 264. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 264 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Volvo 264 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volvo 264 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1983 BMW 316. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volvo 264 should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volvo 264 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1983 BMW 316. 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, 1978 Volvo 264 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 316. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Volvo 264 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW 316 | 1978 Volvo 264 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 316 | 264 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1572 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |