1982 BMW 323 vs. 1980 Volvo 265
To start off, 1982 BMW 323 is newer by 2 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. Both 1982 BMW 323 and 1980 Volvo 265 are equipped with a 2,315 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1982 BMW 323 (148 HP) has 66 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 265. (82 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 265 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1982 BMW 323.
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, 1982 BMW 323 (205 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 265. (145 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 BMW 323 | 1980 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 323 | 265 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2315 cc | 2315 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 82 HP |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 58 L |
