1977 BMW 732 vs. 1949 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1977 BMW 732 is newer by 28 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 732 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 732 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1949 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 732 should accelerate faster than 1949 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 732 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1949 GAZ M-20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 732 (290 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 732 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 732 | 1949 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | BMW | GAZ |
| Model | 732 | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1949 |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
