2006 BMW 525 vs. 1979 Volvo 66
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1979 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 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 1979 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 525 | 66 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1289 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
