1957 Porsche 356 vs. 1976 Volvo 265
To start off, 1976 Volvo 265 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Volvo 265 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Volvo 265 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1957 Porsche 356. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Volvo 265 should accelerate faster than 1957 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Volvo 265 weights approximately 638 kg more than 1957 Porsche 356. 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. 1976 Volvo 265 has automatic transmission and 1957 Porsche 356 has manual transmission. 1957 Porsche 356 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Volvo 265 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Porsche 356 | 1976 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 356 | 265 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2660 mm |
