1983 BMW M6 vs. 1976 Volvo 265
To start off, 1983 BMW M6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volvo 265. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volvo 265 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 265. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW M6 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1976 Volvo 265. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 M6 (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 265. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW M6 | 1976 Volvo 265 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | M6 | 265 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |