2006 BMW 530 vs. 1984 Volvo 360
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volvo 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volvo 360 would be higher. At 2,979 cc, 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volvo 360 (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (23 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volvo 360 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 514 kg more than 1984 Volvo 360.
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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 360. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 360. 2006 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1984 Volvo 360 has manual transmission. 1984 Volvo 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1984 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 530 | 360 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1986 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
