1968 BMW 2800 vs. 1948 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1968 BMW 2800 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 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2800 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2800 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 170 kg more than 1968 BMW 2800.
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 2800 (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 2800 | 1948 GAZ M-20 | |
Make | BMW | GAZ |
Model | 2800 | M-20 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1948 |
Engine Size | 2786 cc | 2120 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |