2009 BMW 325 vs. 1978 Volvo 66
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1978 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, 2009 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 325 | 1978 Volvo 66 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 325 | 66 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |