1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta vs. 1980 Volvo 265
To start off, 1980 Volvo 265 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta would be higher. At 6,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta (385 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 265. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta weights approximately 200 kg more than 1980 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, 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta (596 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 265. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Monteverdi Berlinetta | 1980 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Volvo |
| Model | Berlinetta | 265 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6974 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 596 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
