2004 BMW 116 vs. 1947 GAZ M20
To start off, 2004 BMW 116 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 GAZ M20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 GAZ M20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1947 GAZ M20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 116 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1947 GAZ M20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1947 GAZ M20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 GAZ M20 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2004 BMW 116.
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, 2004 BMW 116 (153 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 GAZ M20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 GAZ M20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 116 | 1947 GAZ M20 | |
| Make | BMW | GAZ |
| Model | 116 | M20 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1947 |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
