2003 BMW 645 vs. 1980 Volvo 260
To start off, 2003 BMW 645 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 645 (321 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 260. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 645 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1980 Volvo 260. 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, 2003 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 260. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 645 | 1980 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 645 | 260 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2660 mm |
