1995 Alpina B6 vs. 1982 Volvo 265
To start off, 1995 Alpina B6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volvo 265. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volvo 265 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Alpina B6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alpina B6 (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 265. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alpina B6 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1982 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, 1995 Alpina B6 (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volvo 265. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alpina B6 | 1982 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Alpina | Volvo |
| Model | B6 | 265 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
