2007 BMW 318 vs. 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 2007 BMW 318 is newer by 42 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 318 (128 HP) has 61 more horse power than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 318 weights approximately 220 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, 2007 BMW 318 (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 318 | 1965 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 318 | P 210 Duett |
Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 180 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |