1956 BMW 507 vs. 1953 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1956 BMW 507 is newer by 3 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 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 BMW 507 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 BMW 507 (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1953 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 1953 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 206 kg more than 1956 BMW 507.
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, 1956 BMW 507 (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1956 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 507 | 1953 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | BMW | GAZ |
| Model | 507 | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2119 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2710 mm |
