1980 BMW 316 vs. 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1980 BMW 316 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW 316 (89 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett weights approximately 148 kg more than 1980 BMW 316.
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, 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 BMW 316. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW 316 | 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 316 | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
