2009 BMW 745 vs. 1977 Volvo 66
To start off, 2009 BMW 745 is newer by 32 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 745 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1977 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 745 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, 2009 BMW 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volvo 66. 2009 BMW 745 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. 2009 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 745 | 1977 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 745 | 66 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 |
