2004 BMW 325 vs. 1979 Volvo 66
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (116 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1979 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, 2004 BMW 325 (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 66. 1979 Volvo 66 has automatic transmission and 2004 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2004 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Volvo 66 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1979 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 325 | 66 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1550 mm |
