2001 BMW M vs. 1949 GAZ M-20
To start off, 2001 BMW M is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1949 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1949 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2001 BMW M.
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, 2001 BMW M (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 1949 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | BMW | GAZ |
| Model | M | M-20 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1949 |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
