1967 Volvo P 1800 vs. 2001 BMW Z3
To start off, 2001 BMW Z3 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1967 Volvo P 1800. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Z3 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1967 Volvo P 1800. 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, 2001 BMW Z3 (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volvo P 1800. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Volvo P 1800 | 2001 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Volvo | BMW |
| Model | P 1800 | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1777 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |
