1995 BMW 330 vs. 1958 GAZ M20
To start off, 1995 BMW 330 is newer by 37 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 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 330 (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1958 GAZ M20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1958 GAZ M20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 GAZ M20 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1995 BMW 330.
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, 1995 BMW 330 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 GAZ M20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 GAZ M20.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW 330 | 1958 GAZ M20 | |
Make | BMW | GAZ |
Model | 330 | M20 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2120 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |