2006 BMW 325 vs. 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (184 HP) has 117 more horse power than 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 325 weights approximately 397 kg more than 1962 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, 2006 BMW 325 (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 1962 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 325 | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
