2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1987 Volvo 240
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1987 Volvo 240. (96 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1987 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Z4 weights approximately 72 kg more than 1987 Volvo 240. 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 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Z4 | 1987 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | Z4 | 240 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
