1986 BMW 316 vs. 1957 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1986 BMW 316 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 316 (86 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1957 GAZ M-20. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1957 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1986 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, 1957 GAZ M-20 (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 316. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 316 | 1957 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | BMW | GAZ |
| Model | 316 | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 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 |
