1975 BMW 1602 vs. 1970 GAZ Volga
To start off, 1975 BMW 1602 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 GAZ Volga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 GAZ Volga would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 GAZ Volga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 GAZ Volga (110 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1602. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 GAZ Volga should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1602. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 GAZ Volga weights approximately 370 kg more than 1975 BMW 1602. 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, 1970 GAZ Volga (187 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1602. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 GAZ Volga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1602.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 1602 | 1970 GAZ Volga | |
| Make | BMW | GAZ |
| Model | 1602 | Volga |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
