1999 BMW 323 vs. 1952 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1999 BMW 323 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 323 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1952 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1952 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 3 kg more than 1999 BMW 323.
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, 1999 BMW 323 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 GAZ M-20. 1999 BMW 323 has automatic transmission and 1952 GAZ M-20 has manual transmission. 1952 GAZ M-20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 BMW 323 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 323 | 1952 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | BMW | GAZ |
| Model | 323 | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1952 |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
