1963 BMW 1800 vs. 1946 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1963 BMW 1800 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 BMW 1800 (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1946 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 BMW 1800 should accelerate faster than 1946 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1963 BMW 1800.
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, 1963 BMW 1800 (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1963 BMW 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 1800 | 1946 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | BMW | GAZ |
| Model | 1800 | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1946 |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
