1963 Volvo P 210 Duett vs. 2011 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 BMW 118 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 118 (143 HP) has 76 more horse power than 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 118 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1963 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, 2011 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Volvo P 210 Duett | 2011 BMW 118 | |
Make | Volvo | BMW |
Model | P 210 Duett | 118 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1776 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 143 HP |
Torque | 144 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 51 L |