2008 BMW 316 vs. 1970 GAZ 24
To start off, 2008 BMW 316 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 GAZ 24. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 GAZ 24 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 GAZ 24 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 316 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1970 GAZ 24. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1970 GAZ 24. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 GAZ 24 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2008 BMW 316.
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, 2008 BMW 316 (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 GAZ 24. (172 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 GAZ 24.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 316 | 1970 GAZ 24 | |
| Make | BMW | GAZ |
| Model | 316 | 24 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1400 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 |
