1976 BMW 630 vs. 1949 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1976 BMW 630 is newer by 27 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 630 (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1949 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 630 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 2 kg more than 1976 BMW 630.
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, 1976 BMW 630 (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
1976 BMW 630 | 1949 GAZ M-20 | |
Make | BMW | GAZ |
Model | 630 | M-20 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1949 |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2118 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |