Sweden vs Sweden — 1977 vs 2014
| 262C Bertone Coupe | V60 Polestar Performance | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 140 hp | 367 hp |
| Torque | 159 lb-ft | 347 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 2,664 cc | 1,969 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 11.5 sec | 4.4 sec |
| Top Speed | 109 mph | 155 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 18.0 sec | 12.9 sec |
| Weight | 3,240 lbs | 3,935 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,640 mm | 2,776 mm |
| Length | 4,870 mm | 4,635 mm |
| Units Produced | 6,622 | 1,500 |
| Original MSRP | $17,750 | $60,400 |
| Value (Excellent) | $45,000 | $55,000 |
| Collectibility | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Rarity | 7/10 | 8/10 |
The 2014 Volvo V60 Polestar Performance emerges ahead in most objective measures, offering more power, quicker acceleration, higher top speed. The 1977 Volvo 262C Bertone Coupe counters with lighter weight, better value, but the numbers favor its rival. Still, both are remarkable machines, and the final choice often comes down to which driving experience speaks to you.
Within the Volvo stable, the 1977 Volvo 262C Bertone Coupe and 2014 Volvo V60 Polestar Performance represent different approaches to performance and purpose. Both carry the Volvo badge, yet each carves out its own distinct identity. The 2014 Volvo V60 Polestar Performance holds a clear advantage in raw power with 367 hp compared to 140 hp, a 227-horsepower difference that shapes the driving experience. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Volvo 262C uses a V6 OHV displacing 2,664 cc, while the Volvo V60 Polestar relies on a Inline-4 Turbo Supercharged DOHC with 1,969 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 2014 Volvo V60 Polestar Performance edges ahead at 4.4 seconds versus 11.5 seconds. The Volvo 262C carries a weight advantage, tipping the scales 695 lbs lighter. Rarity plays a significant role here — with only 1,500 units built, the 2014 Volvo V60 Polestar Performance is considerably scarcer than the Volvo 262C's 6,622 examples.