2009 BMW 325 vs. 1977 Volvo 260
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 2,662 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1977 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1977 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Volvo 260 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2009 BMW 325.
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, 2009 BMW 325 (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 1977 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 325 | 260 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
