2007 BMW 328 vs. 1979 Volvo 260
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 28 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 260.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1979 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 328 | 260 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
