1965 Volvo P 210 Duett vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 125 (215 HP) has 148 more horse power than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 125 weights approximately 111 kg more than 1965 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 125 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Volvo P 210 Duett | 2011 BMW 125 | |
Make | Volvo | BMW |
Model | P 210 Duett | 125 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1778 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 215 HP |
Torque | 144 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |