2005 BMW 316 vs. 1946 GAZ M-20
To start off, 2005 BMW 316 is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 316 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1946 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1946 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 BMW 316.
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, 2005 BMW 316 (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 316 | 1946 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | BMW | GAZ |
| Model | 316 | M-20 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1946 |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
