2000 BMW 528 vs. 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 2000 BMW 528 is newer by 35 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 528 (328 HP) has 261 more horse power than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 528 weights approximately 455 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, 2000 BMW 528 (279 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 528 | 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 528 | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
