1979 BMW 725 vs. 1979 Volvo 265
To start off, both 1979 BMW 725 and 1979 Volvo 265 were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,662 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Volvo 265 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Volvo 265 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
1979 BMW 725 | 1979 Volvo 265 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 725 | 265 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2662 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |