1999 BMW 750 vs. 1976 Volvo 66
To start off, 1999 BMW 750 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 5,370 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 750 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1976 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 750 (490 Nm) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 66. (94 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 66. 1976 Volvo 66 has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW 750 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Volvo 66 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 750 | 1976 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 750 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5370 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1550 mm |
