1980 Volvo 66 vs. 2012 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW Z4 (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 66.
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, 2012 BMW Z4 (270 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Volvo 66 | 2012 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Volvo | BMW |
| Model | 66 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1791 mm |
