2009 BMW 330 vs. 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 2,996 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (254 HP) has 187 more horse power than 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1967 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, 2009 BMW 330 (315 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett. (144 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 330 | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1777 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
