1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 208 is newer by 20 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 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP) has 187 more horse power than 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 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 86 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 208.
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, 1986 Ferrari 208 (329 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 1966 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Ferrari | Volvo |
| Model | 208 | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 45 L |
