2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1975 Volvo 260
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Volvo 260 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2007 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, 1975 Volvo 260 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Z4 | 1975 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | Z4 | 260 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
