1964 Volvo 120 vs. 2005 BMW Z4
To start off, 2005 BMW Z4 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW Z4 (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 120. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW Z4 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1964 Volvo 120. 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, 2005 BMW Z4 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 120. (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Volvo 120 | 2005 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Volvo | BMW |
| Model | 120 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
