1980 Volvo 265 vs. 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 265. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 265 would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 916 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 265. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 265 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR.
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, 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,060 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 841 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 265. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Volvo 265 | 2011 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
| Make | Volvo | Koenigsegg |
| Model | 265 | CCXR |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 1064 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 1060 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
