1975 BMW 315 vs. 1949 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1975 BMW 315 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW 315 (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1949 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW 315 should accelerate faster than 1949 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1975 BMW 315.
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, 1949 GAZ M-20 (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 315. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1949 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 315.
Compare all specifications:
1975 BMW 315 | 1949 GAZ M-20 | |
Make | BMW | GAZ |
Model | 315 | M-20 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1949 |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 2118 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |