2010 BMW 128 vs. 1979 Volvo 66
To start off, 2010 BMW 128 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 128 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 1979 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, 2010 BMW 128 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 66. 1979 Volvo 66 has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 128 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 128 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Volvo 66 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW 128 | 1979 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 128 | 66 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4361 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1550 mm |
