1998 BMW 730 vs. 1979 Volvo 265
To start off, 1998 BMW 730 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 265. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 265 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 265. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 730 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1979 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, 1998 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 265. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 730 | 1979 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 730 | 265 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2660 mm |
