1970 Volvo P 1800 vs. 2010 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 BMW Z4 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW Z4 (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1970 Volvo P 1800. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW Z4 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1970 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, 2010 BMW Z4 (270 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo P 1800. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Volvo P 1800 | 2010 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Volvo | BMW |
Model | P 1800 | Z4 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2497 mm |