1957 GAZ M-20 vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 120 (170 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1957 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1957 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 BMW 120 (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 GAZ M-20 | 2012 BMW 120 | |
| Make | GAZ | BMW |
| Model | M-20 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 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 | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
