1974 BMW 1502 vs. 1977 Volvo 265
To start off, 1977 Volvo 265 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW 1502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW 1502 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 65 more horse power than 1974 BMW 1502. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Volvo 265 should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Volvo 265 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1974 BMW 1502. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Volvo 265 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 1502. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Volvo 265 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 1502 | 1977 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 1502 | 265 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
