1999 BMW 323 vs. 1971 GAZ 24
To start off, 1999 BMW 323 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 GAZ 24. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 GAZ 24 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 323 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1971 GAZ 24. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1971 GAZ 24. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 GAZ 24 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1999 BMW 323.
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 323 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 GAZ 24. (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 GAZ 24.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 323 | 1971 GAZ 24 | |
| Make | BMW | GAZ |
| Model | 323 | 24 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2111 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
