1999 BMW Breyton vs. 1977 Volvo 265
To start off, 1999 BMW Breyton is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volvo 265. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volvo 265 would be higher. At 3,300 cc, 1999 BMW Breyton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Breyton (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1977 Volvo 265. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Breyton should accelerate faster than 1977 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Breyton weights approximately 300 kg more than 1977 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, 1999 BMW Breyton (746 Nm) has 528 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volvo 265. (218 Nm). This means 1999 BMW Breyton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Breyton | 1977 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | Breyton | 265 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3300 cc | 2664 cc |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 746 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
