1971 BMW Touring vs. 1952 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1971 BMW Touring is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW Touring (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1952 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1952 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 BMW Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1971 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW Touring | 1952 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | BMW | GAZ |
| Model | Touring | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1952 |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
