2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1980 Volvo 240
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 240. (152 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 240 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2006 BMW Z4.
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, 2006 BMW Z4 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 240. (240 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW Z4 | 1980 Volvo 240 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | Z4 | 240 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |