1962 BMW 3200 CS vs. 1976 Volvo 265
To start off, 1976 Volvo 265 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 3200 CS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 3200 CS would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 BMW 3200 CS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 BMW 3200 CS (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 265. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 BMW 3200 CS should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 BMW 3200 CS weights approximately 100 kg more than 1976 Volvo 265. 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, 1962 BMW 3200 CS (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 265. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 BMW 3200 CS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 265. 1976 Volvo 265 has automatic transmission and 1962 BMW 3200 CS has manual transmission. 1962 BMW 3200 CS 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:
1962 BMW 3200 CS | 1976 Volvo 265 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 3200 CS | 265 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |