2005 BMW 745 vs. 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 2005 BMW 745 is newer by 42 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 745 (341 HP) has 274 more horse power than 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 745 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1963 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, 2005 BMW 745 (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 745 | 1963 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 745 | P 210 Duett |
Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 1776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 341 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 447 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2025 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 58 L |