2000 BMW Z3 vs. 1984 Volvo 740
To start off, 2000 BMW Z3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volvo 740 (197 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z3. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volvo 740 weights approximately 54 kg more than 2000 BMW Z3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1984 Volvo 740 (296 Nm @ 2950 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z3. 2000 BMW Z3 has automatic transmission and 1984 Volvo 740 has manual transmission. 1984 Volvo 740 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW Z3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 1984 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | Z3 | 740 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2780 mm |
