2008 BMW 760 vs. 1977 Volvo 66
To start off, 2008 BMW 760 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 760 (440 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 1977 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1977 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 760 (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volvo 66. 2008 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 1977 Volvo 66 has manual transmission. 1977 Volvo 66 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 760 | 1977 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 760 | 66 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 440 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1550 mm |
