2000 BMW Z9 vs. 1955 GAZ M-20
To start off, 2000 BMW Z9 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z9 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1955 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1955 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z9 weights approximately 226 kg more than 1955 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, 2000 BMW Z9 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z9 | 1955 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | BMW | GAZ |
| Model | Z9 | M-20 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2710 mm |
