2007 BMW 335 vs. 1978 Volvo 264
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 264. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 264 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 264. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 264.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 264. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 264.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 1978 Volvo 264 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 335 | 264 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
