1947 GAZ M20 vs. 2011 BMW 525
To start off, 2011 BMW 525 is newer by 64 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 GAZ M20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 GAZ M20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1947 GAZ M20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 525 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1947 GAZ M20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1947 GAZ M20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 525 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1947 GAZ M20. 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, 2011 BMW 525 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 GAZ M20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 GAZ M20. 2011 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1947 GAZ M20 has manual transmission. 1947 GAZ M20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 GAZ M20 | 2011 BMW 525 | |
| Make | GAZ | BMW |
| Model | M20 | 525 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2968 mm |
