1988 BMW 520 vs. 1950 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1988 BMW 520 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 520 (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1950 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1950 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 520 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1950 GAZ M-20. 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, 1988 BMW 520 (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 GAZ M-20. (126 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 GAZ M-20. 1988 BMW 520 has automatic transmission and 1950 GAZ M-20 has manual transmission. 1950 GAZ M-20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 BMW 520 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 520 | 1950 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | BMW | GAZ |
| Model | 520 | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1950 |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
