2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1990 Volvo 960
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 960 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Volvo 960 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 960 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 BMW Z4. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 960 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volvo 960 weights approximately 221 kg more than 2007 BMW Z4. 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, 1990 Volvo 960 (267 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Volvo 960 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Z4 | 1990 Volvo 960 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | Z4 | 960 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1556 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |