2003 BMW 318 vs. 1970 GAZ Volga
To start off, 2003 BMW 318 is newer by 33 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, 2003 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1970 GAZ Volga. (110 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1970 GAZ Volga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 GAZ Volga weights approximately 40 kg more than 2003 BMW 318.
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, 2003 BMW 318 (271 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 GAZ Volga. (187 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 GAZ Volga. 2003 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 1970 GAZ Volga has manual transmission. 1970 GAZ Volga will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 318 | 1970 GAZ Volga | |
| Make | BMW | GAZ |
| Model | 318 | Volga |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
