2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1981 Volvo 240
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,383 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volvo 240 weights approximately 45 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, 2007 BMW Z4 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 240. (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Z4 | 1981 Volvo 240 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | Z4 | 240 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2383 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 23.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |