1962 Volvo P 210 Duett vs. 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo

To start off, 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo (550 HP) has 483 more horse power than 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 162 kg more than 1962 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. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo (539 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett.

Compare all specifications:

1962 Volvo P 210 Duett 2010 Lamborghini Gallardo
Make Volvo Lamborghini
Model P 210 Duett Gallardo
Year Released 1962 2010
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1778 cc 5200 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 67 HP 550 HP
Torque 144 Nm 539 Nm
Torque RPM 2300 RPM 6500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1218 kg 1380 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 4346 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1166 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2560 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 90 L


 

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