1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 2008 BMW 630
To start off, 2008 BMW 630 is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 630 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1948 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 630 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1948 GAZ M-20. 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 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 GAZ M-20. 2008 BMW 630 has automatic transmission and 1948 GAZ M-20 has manual transmission. 1948 GAZ M-20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 630 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 GAZ M-20 | 2008 BMW 630 | |
| Make | GAZ | BMW |
| Model | M-20 | 630 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2790 mm |
