1986 BMW Z1 vs. 1970 GAZ Volga
To start off, 1986 BMW Z1 is newer by 16 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW Z1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW Z1 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1970 GAZ Volga. (110 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1970 GAZ Volga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 GAZ Volga weights approximately 302 kg more than 1986 BMW Z1.
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, 1986 BMW Z1 (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 GAZ Volga. (187 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 GAZ Volga.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW Z1 | 1970 GAZ Volga | |
Make | BMW | GAZ |
Model | Z1 | Volga |
Year Released | 1986 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2443 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.2:1 |
Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 145 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 | 998 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |