1972 Volvo 164 vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 164. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW Z4 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1972 Volvo 164. 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, 2011 BMW Z4 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 164. (241 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Volvo 164 | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Volvo | BMW |
| Model | 164 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 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 | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4242 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
