1964 Volvo P 210 Duett vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (500 HP) has 433 more horse power than 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 505 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Volvo P 210 Duett | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Volvo | Porsche |
| Model | P 210 Duett | 911 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 500 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 67 L |
