2006 BMW 130 vs. 1980 Volvo 66
To start off, 2006 BMW 130 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 66 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 205 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1980 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, 2006 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 130 | 1980 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 130 | 66 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
