2008 BMW Z4 vs. 1969 Volvo 164
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1969 Volvo 164. (129 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW Z4 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1969 Volvo 164. 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, 2008 BMW Z4 (316 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo 164. (210 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 1969 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | Z4 | 164 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |
