1942 Buick 40 vs. 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,249 cc (8 cylinders), 1942 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1942 Buick 40 (163 HP) has 96 more horse power than 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1942 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Buick 40 weights approximately 587 kg more than 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Buick 40 | 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | 40 | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5249 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 67 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1218 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2610 mm |
