2005 Vector M12 vs. 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 2005 Vector M12 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 417 more horse power than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vector M12 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1968 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 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Vector M12 | 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Vector | Volvo |
| Model | M12 | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 484 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
