1972 BMW Turbo vs. 1946 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1972 BMW Turbo is newer by 26 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, 1972 BMW Turbo (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1946 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW Turbo 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 476 kg more than 1972 BMW Turbo.
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, 1972 BMW Turbo (177 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm). This means 1972 BMW Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Turbo | 1946 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | BMW | GAZ |
| Model | Turbo | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1946 |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
