1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 64 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, 2012 BMW 116 (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1948 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2012 BMW 116.
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, 2012 BMW 116 (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 GAZ M-20 | 2012 BMW 116 | |
| Make | GAZ | BMW |
| Model | M-20 | 116 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2012 |
| 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 | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
