1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 2011 BMW 520
To start off, 2011 BMW 520 is newer by 63 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 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 520 (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1948 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 520 weights approximately 210 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, 2011 BMW 520 (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 GAZ M-20. 2011 BMW 520 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. 2011 BMW 520 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 GAZ M-20 | 2011 BMW 520 | |
| Make | GAZ | BMW |
| Model | M-20 | 520 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1670 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 |
