2008 BMW M3 vs. 1982 Volvo 360
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volvo 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volvo 360 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (339 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 360. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M3 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1982 Volvo 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volvo 360. (163 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volvo 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M3 | 1982 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | M3 | 360 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |
