2006 BMW 545 vs. 1970 GAZ Volga
To start off, 2006 BMW 545 is newer by 36 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 2,494 cc, 2006 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1970 GAZ Volga. (110 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1970 GAZ Volga.
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, 2006 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 GAZ Volga. (187 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 GAZ Volga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 545 | 1970 GAZ Volga | |
| Make | BMW | GAZ |
| Model | 545 | Volga |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2443 cc |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
