1968 BMW 2002 vs. 1948 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1968 BMW 2002 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2002 (130 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2002 should accelerate faster than 1948 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 434 kg more than 1968 BMW 2002.
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, 1968 BMW 2002 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2002 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2002 | 1948 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | BMW | GAZ |
| Model | 2002 | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1948 |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
