2008 BMW 318 vs. 1980 Volvo 260
To start off, 2008 BMW 318 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volvo 260 (146 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 BMW 318. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 318 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1980 Volvo 260.
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, 1980 Volvo 260 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1980 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 318 | 1980 Volvo 260 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 318 | 260 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |