1999 BMW 323 vs. 1980 Volvo 66
To start off, 1999 BMW 323 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 323 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1980 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, 1999 BMW 323 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 323 | 1980 Volvo 66 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 323 | 66 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1287 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |