1957 BMW 600 vs. 1980 Volvo 265
To start off, 1980 Volvo 265 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 600 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 265 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volvo 265 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volvo 265 should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 265 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1957 BMW 600. 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, 1980 Volvo 265 (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Volvo 265 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 600 | 1980 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 600 | 265 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2660 mm |
