1999 BMW 320 vs. 1970 GAZ Volga
To start off, 1999 BMW 320 is newer by 29 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, 1999 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1970 GAZ Volga. (110 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1970 GAZ Volga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 320 weights approximately 120 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, 1999 BMW 320 (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 GAZ Volga. (187 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 GAZ Volga.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 320 | 1970 GAZ Volga | |
Make | BMW | GAZ |
Model | 320 | Volga |
Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2443 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |