1956 GAZ M-20 vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (176 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1956 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1956 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2010 BMW 120.
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, 2010 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 GAZ M-20. 2010 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1956 GAZ M-20 has manual transmission. 1956 GAZ M-20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 GAZ M-20 | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | GAZ | BMW |
| Model | M-20 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| 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 | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
