1986 BMW Z1 vs. 1987 Volvo 740
To start off, 1987 Volvo 740 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW Z1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW Z1 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 15 more horse power than 1987 Volvo 740. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1987 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Volvo 740 weights approximately 334 kg more than 1986 BMW Z1.
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, 1987 Volvo 740 (239 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW Z1. (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW Z1.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW Z1 | 1987 Volvo 740 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | Z1 | 740 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 239 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2780 mm |