1999 BMW 750 vs. 1957 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1999 BMW 750 is newer by 42 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 5,370 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 750 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1957 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1957 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 750 weights approximately 598 kg more than 1957 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, 1999 BMW 750 (490 Nm) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 750 | 1957 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | BMW | GAZ |
| Model | 750 | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 5370 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2710 mm |
