1981 BMW 525 vs. 1952 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1981 BMW 525 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 525 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1952 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1952 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1981 BMW 525.
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, 1981 BMW 525 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
1981 BMW 525 | 1952 GAZ M-20 | |
Make | BMW | GAZ |
Model | 525 | M-20 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1952 |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2120 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |