2008 BMW 645 vs. 1970 GAZ Volga
To start off, 2008 BMW 645 is newer by 38 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1970 GAZ Volga. (110 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1970 GAZ Volga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 645 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1970 GAZ Volga. 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, 2008 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 GAZ Volga. (187 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 GAZ Volga.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 645 | 1970 GAZ Volga | |
Make | BMW | GAZ |
Model | 645 | Volga |
Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2443 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |