2005 BMW 740 vs. 1970 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 2005 BMW 740 is newer by 35 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 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 740 (255 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 740 weights approximately 1040 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, 2005 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. 2005 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1970 Volkswagen K 70 has manual transmission. 1970 Volkswagen K 70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 740 | 1970 Volkswagen K 70 | |
| Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
| Model | 740 | K 70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 1605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 52 L |
