1991 BMW 320 vs. 1958 GAZ M20
To start off, 1991 BMW 320 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 GAZ M20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 GAZ M20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 GAZ M20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW 320 (149 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1958 GAZ M20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1958 GAZ M20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 GAZ M20 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1991 BMW 320.
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, 1991 BMW 320 (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 GAZ M20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1991 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 GAZ M20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 320 | 1958 GAZ M20 | |
| Make | BMW | GAZ |
| Model | 320 | M20 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
