1983 BMW 325 vs. 1952 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1983 BMW 325 is newer by 31 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 325 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1952 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 325 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 325 kg more than 1983 BMW 325.
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, 1983 BMW 325 (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 325 | 1952 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | BMW | GAZ |
| Model | 325 | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1952 |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
