2005 BMW 325 vs. 1976 Volvo 66
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 29 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (181 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 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, 2005 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 66. (94 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1976 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 325 | 66 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| 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 | 181 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
