2006 BMW 130 vs. 1978 Volvo 265
To start off, 2006 BMW 130 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 265. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 265 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 265. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 265.
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, 2006 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 265. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 130 | 1978 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 130 | 265 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
