1996 BMW 528 vs. 1970 GAZ Volga
To start off, 1996 BMW 528 is newer by 26 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 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 528 (201 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1970 GAZ Volga. (110 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1970 GAZ Volga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 528 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1970 GAZ Volga. 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, 1996 BMW 528 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 GAZ Volga. (187 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 GAZ Volga.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 528 | 1970 GAZ Volga | |
Make | BMW | GAZ |
Model | 528 | Volga |
Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2443 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.2:1 |
Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |