1993 BMW 316 vs. 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1993 BMW 316 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 1,777 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 316 (102 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett weights approximately 25 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 BMW 316 (151 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
1993 BMW 316 | 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 316 | P 210 Duett |
Year Released | 1993 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1777 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 151 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |