2004 BMW M5 vs. 1970 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 2004 BMW M5 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen K 70 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 409 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M5 weights approximately 708 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. 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, 2004 BMW M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen K 70.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW M5 | 1970 Volkswagen K 70 | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | M5 | K 70 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 52 L |