2005 BMW 318 vs. 1951 GAZ M-20
To start off, 2005 BMW 318 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 318 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1951 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1951 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 318 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1951 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, 2005 BMW 318 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 318 | 1951 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | BMW | GAZ |
| Model | 318 | M-20 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1951 |
| Engine Size | 1995 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 | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
