1986 BMW Z1 vs. 1981 Volvo 240
To start off, 1986 BMW Z1 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW Z1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW Z1 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 240.
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, 1986 BMW Z1 (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 240. (127 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW Z1 | 1981 Volvo 240 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | Z1 | 240 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2127 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |