2008 BMW 335 vs. 1976 Volvo 260
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 260. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 335 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1976 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, 2008 BMW 335 (401 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 335 | 1976 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 335 | 260 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| 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 | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
