1984 BMW 316 vs. 1954 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1984 BMW 316 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW 316 (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1954 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1954 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 386 kg more than 1984 BMW 316.
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, 1954 GAZ M-20 (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW 316. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1984 BMW 316 | 1954 GAZ M-20 | |
Make | BMW | GAZ |
Model | 316 | M-20 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1954 |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2120 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 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 |