2000 BMW 330 vs. 1984 Volvo 360
To start off, 2000 BMW 330 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volvo 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volvo 360 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 360. (115 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 330 weights approximately 569 kg more than 1984 Volvo 360. 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, 2000 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 360. (166 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 360.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 330 | 1984 Volvo 360 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 330 | 360 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 57 L |