1954 GAZ M-20 vs. 2012 BMW 760
To start off, 2012 BMW 760 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 760 (541 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 490 more horse power than 1954 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1954 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 760 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1954 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, 2012 BMW 760 (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 625 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 GAZ M-20. 2012 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 1954 GAZ M-20 has manual transmission. 1954 GAZ M-20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 GAZ M-20 | 2012 BMW 760 | |
Make | GAZ | BMW |
Model | M-20 | 760 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 2120 cc | 5972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 541 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5212 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3210 mm |