2006 BMW 325 vs. 1985 Volvo 780
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volvo 780. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volvo 780 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1985 Volvo 780. (127 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1985 Volvo 780. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 325 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1985 Volvo 780. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, both vehicles can yield 250 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 1985 Volvo 780 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 325 | 780 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.9 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
