1993 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua (283 HP) has 216 more horse power than 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett weights approximately 165 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua.
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 De Tomaso Bigua (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 De Tomaso Bigua | 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Volvo |
| Model | Bigua | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
