2007 BMW 328 vs. 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 39 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Because 2007 BMW 328 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 will offer significantly more control. 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 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1968 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 328 | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
