2006 Jaguar XKR vs. 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (390 HP) has 323 more horse power than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 633 kg more than 1965 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 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XKR | 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XKR | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1848 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
