1987 BMW 750 vs. 1975 Volvo 66
To start off, 1987 BMW 750 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 4,986 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 750 (297 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 66.
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, 1987 BMW 750 (450 Nm) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 66. (94 Nm). This means 1987 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 750 | 1975 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 750 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4986 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
