2006 BMW 530 vs. 1982 Volvo 260
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 2,979 cc, 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volvo 260 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (23 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1982 Volvo 260.
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 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volvo 260. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1982 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 530 | 260 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2849 cc |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2660 mm |
