1988 BMW M5 vs. 1978 Volvo 66
To start off, 1988 BMW M5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 3,533 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M5 (311 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW M5 weights approximately 903 kg more than 1978 Volvo 66. 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, 1988 BMW M5 (360 Nm) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 66. (94 Nm). This means 1988 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW M5 | 1978 Volvo 66 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | M5 | 66 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3533 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 94 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1733 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |