1973 BMW 3.3 vs. 1948 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1973 BMW 3.3 is newer by 25 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 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 3.3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 3.3 (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 3.3 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 10 kg more than 1973 BMW 3.3.
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, 1973 BMW 3.3 (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 3.3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 GAZ M-20. 1973 BMW 3.3 has automatic transmission and 1948 GAZ M-20 has manual transmission. 1948 GAZ M-20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 BMW 3.3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 3.3 | 1948 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | BMW | GAZ |
| Model | 3.3 | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1948 |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
