2008 BMW 330 vs. 1976 Volvo 66
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1976 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 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 330 | 1976 Volvo 66 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 330 | 66 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |