1998 Bentley Turbo vs. 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett

To start off, 1998 Bentley Turbo is newer by 33 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Turbo (395 HP) has 328 more horse power than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 1180 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, 1998 Bentley Turbo (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 656 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Bentley Turbo 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett
Make Bentley Volvo
Model Turbo P 210 Duett
Year Released 1998 1965
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6750 cc 1778 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 395 HP 67 HP
Torque 800 Nm 144 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2395 kg 1215 kg
Vehicle Length 5400 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 2120 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 3130 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 94 L 45 L


 

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