1999 BMW Z8 vs. 1979 Volvo 66
To start off, 1999 BMW Z8 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 1979 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, 1999 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z8 | 1979 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | Z8 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4939 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
