2004 BMW 630 vs. 1950 GAZ M-20
To start off, 2004 BMW 630 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1950 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1950 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 630 weights approximately 316 kg more than 1950 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, 2004 BMW 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 GAZ M-20. (126 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 GAZ M-20. 2004 BMW 630 has automatic transmission and 1950 GAZ M-20 has manual transmission. 1950 GAZ M-20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 630 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 630 | 1950 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | BMW | GAZ |
| Model | 630 | M-20 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1950 |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
