2005 BMW M3 vs. 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 2005 BMW M3 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M3 (320 HP) has 253 more horse power than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M3 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1969 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 M3 (337 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm). This means 2005 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW M3 | 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | M3 | P 210 Duett |
Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3244 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 337 Nm | 144 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |