1995 BMW Z3 vs. 1977 Volvo 66
To start off, 1995 BMW Z3 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW Z3 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1977 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1977 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, 1995 BMW Z3 (179 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volvo 66. 1977 Volvo 66 has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW Z3 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW Z3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Volvo 66 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW Z3 | 1977 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | Z3 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
