2006 BMW 325 vs. 1978 Volvo 264
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 264. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 264 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Volvo 264 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 264. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 264. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volvo 264 weights approximately 6 kg more than 2006 BMW 325.
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 325 (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 264. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 264. 2006 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1978 Volvo 264 has manual transmission. 1978 Volvo 264 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 1978 Volvo 264 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 325 | 264 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
