1989 BMW 730 vs. 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1989 BMW 730 is newer by 20 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 730 (181 HP) has 114 more horse power than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 730 weights approximately 385 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, 1989 BMW 730 (261 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW 730 | 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 730 | P 210 Duett |
Year Released | 1989 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 261 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |