1969 Volvo P 210 Duett vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (350 HP) has 283 more horse power than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1969 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (389 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Volvo P 210 Duett | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Volvo | Porsche |
Model | P 210 Duett | 911 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1778 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 350 HP |
Torque | 144 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1303 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2451 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |