2000 BMW Z3 vs. 1976 Volvo 265
To start off, 2000 BMW Z3 is newer by 24 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 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z3 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 265. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z3 weights approximately 5 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, 2000 BMW Z3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 265. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 1976 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | Z3 | 265 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
