1984 BMW 628 vs. 1947 GAZ M20
To start off, 1984 BMW 628 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 GAZ M20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 GAZ M20 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1947 GAZ M20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1947 GAZ M20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 BMW 628 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1947 GAZ M20. 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, 1984 BMW 628 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 GAZ M20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1984 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 GAZ M20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW 628 | 1947 GAZ M20 | |
| Make | BMW | GAZ |
| Model | 628 | M20 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1947 |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
