1990 BMW 518 vs. 1970 GAZ 24
To start off, 1990 BMW 518 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 GAZ 24. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 GAZ 24 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 GAZ 24 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 518 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1970 GAZ 24. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 518 should accelerate faster than 1970 GAZ 24. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 GAZ 24 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1990 BMW 518.
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 24 (172 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 518. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1970 GAZ 24 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 518 | 1970 GAZ 24 | |
Make | BMW | GAZ |
Model | 518 | 24 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2445 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |