1994 BMW 518 vs. 1970 GAZ Volga
To start off, 1994 BMW 518 is newer by 24 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, 1994 BMW 518 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1970 GAZ Volga. (110 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 518 should accelerate faster than 1970 GAZ Volga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 GAZ Volga weights approximately 140 kg more than 1994 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 Volga (187 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 518. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1970 GAZ Volga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 518 | 1970 GAZ Volga | |
Make | BMW | GAZ |
Model | 518 | Volga |
Year Released | 1994 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2443 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1300 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 |