2008 BMW 735 vs. 1980 Volvo 66
To start off, 2008 BMW 735 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 3,598 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 735 (268 HP) has 212 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 66. (56 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 735 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 735 (360 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 735 | 1980 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 735 | 66 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 56 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1550 mm |
