2006 BMW MM Roadster vs. 1979 Volvo 260
To start off, 2006 BMW MM Roadster is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW MM Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW MM Roadster should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 260.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW MM Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW MM Roadster | 1979 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | MM Roadster | 260 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
