1976 BMW 633 vs. 1971 GAZ 24
To start off, 1976 BMW 633 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 GAZ 24. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 GAZ 24 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 633 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 633 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1971 GAZ 24. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 633 should accelerate faster than 1971 GAZ 24. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 GAZ 24 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1976 BMW 633.
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, 1976 BMW 633 (285 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 GAZ 24. (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 633 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 GAZ 24.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 633 | 1971 GAZ 24 | |
| Make | BMW | GAZ |
| Model | 633 | 24 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2111 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
