1999 Italdesign Nazca vs. 1979 Volvo 265
To start off, 1999 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 20 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Italdesign Nazca (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 265. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Volvo 265 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1999 Italdesign Nazca.
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 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 265. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Italdesign Nazca | 1979 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Italdesign | Volvo |
| Model | Nazca | 265 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
