1980 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 11 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 4,942 cc, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP) has 288 more horse power than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 237 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, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 512 BB | 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 512 BB | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1778 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 45 L |
