2006 BMW 525 vs. 1980 Volvo 265
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 26 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 265 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 265. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 265.
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, 2006 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 265. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 265.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 525 | 1980 Volvo 265 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 525 | 265 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |