2006 BMW 530 vs. 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 37 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 2,979 cc, 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett (67 HP) has 44 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (23 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett.
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 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1969 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 530 | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1778 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
