1977 BMW 528 vs. 1950 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1977 BMW 528 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 528 (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1950 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1950 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 44 kg more than 1977 BMW 528.
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, 1977 BMW 528 (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 GAZ M-20. (126 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 528 | 1950 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | BMW | GAZ |
| Model | 528 | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1950 |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
