2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1967 Volvo 120
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (338 HP) has 271 more horse power than 1967 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1967 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Z4 weights approximately 471 kg more than 1967 Volvo 120. 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, 2007 BMW Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Z4 | 1967 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | Z4 | 120 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
