2009 BMW M6 vs. 1984 Volvo 360
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volvo 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volvo 360 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 385 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 360. (115 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M6 weights approximately 164 kg more than 1984 Volvo 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 360. (166 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 360.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M6 | 1984 Volvo 360 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | M6 | 360 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |