2005 BMW 325 vs. 1980 Volvo 265
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 265. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 265 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 265 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 265. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 44 kg more than 1980 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, 2005 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 265. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1980 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 325 | 265 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2660 mm |
