2008 BMW 130 vs. 1980 Volvo 66
To start off, 2008 BMW 130 is newer by 28 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 130 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 130 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, 2008 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 66. 1980 Volvo 66 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 130 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 130 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Volvo 66 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 130 | 1980 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 130 | 66 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
