2007 BMW 320 vs. 1980 Volvo 66
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1980 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, 2007 BMW 320 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 1980 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 320 | 66 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
