1953 GAZ M-20 vs. 2006 BMW 535
To start off, 2006 BMW 535 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 535 (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1953 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1953 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 535 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1953 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, 2006 BMW 535 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 GAZ M-20. 2006 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 1953 GAZ M-20 has manual transmission. 1953 GAZ M-20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 GAZ M-20 | 2006 BMW 535 | |
| Make | GAZ | BMW |
| Model | M-20 | 535 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 2119 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2890 mm |
