2000 BMW 325 vs. 1978 Volvo 66
To start off, 2000 BMW 325 is newer by 22 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 325 (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1978 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, 2000 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 66. 1978 Volvo 66 has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Volvo 66 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 325 | 1978 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 325 | 66 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
