1983 BMW 628 vs. 1980 Volvo 265
To start off, 1983 BMW 628 is newer by 3 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 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 265. (82 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 265 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1983 BMW 628.
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, 1983 BMW 628 (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 265. (145 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW 628 | 1980 Volvo 265 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 628 | 265 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2315 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |