2009 BMW M6 vs. 1979 Volvo 245
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 245 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 245. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 245.
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 M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 245. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M6 | 1979 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | M6 | 245 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2660 mm |
