2006 BMW 650 vs. 1982 Volvo 360
To start off, 2006 BMW 650 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volvo 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volvo 360 would be higher. At 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 360. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 360.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volvo 360. (163 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volvo 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 650 | 1982 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 650 | 360 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4801 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
