1970 Volvo 164 vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2002 BMW Z3 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z3 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 164. (129 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 164.
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, 2002 BMW Z3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 164. (210 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Volvo 164 | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Volvo | BMW |
| Model | 164 | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 2926 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
