1995 BMW 330 vs. 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1995 BMW 330 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 330 (193 HP) has 126 more horse power than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 330 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1965 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, 1995 BMW 330 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW 330 | 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 330 | P 210 Duett |
Year Released | 1995 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 280 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |