1962 BMW 1500 vs. 1977 Volvo 265
To start off, 1977 Volvo 265 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1500 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Volvo 265 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Volvo 265 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1962 BMW 1500. (80 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Volvo 265 should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Volvo 265 weights approximately 357 kg more than 1962 BMW 1500. 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, 1977 Volvo 265 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1500. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Volvo 265 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 1500 | 1977 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 1500 | 265 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
