1962 BMW 700 vs. 1979 Volvo 265
To start off, 1979 Volvo 265 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 700 would be higher. At 2,662 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Volvo 265 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Volvo 265 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Volvo 265 should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Volvo 265 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1962 BMW 700. 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, 1979 Volvo 265 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Volvo 265 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1962 BMW 700 | 1979 Volvo 265 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 700 | 265 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 2662 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2660 mm |