2007 BMW 330 vs. 1977 Volvo 260
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1977 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1977 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1977 Volvo 260. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 1977 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 330 | 260 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
