2006 BMW 740 vs. 1956 GAZ M-20
To start off, 2006 BMW 740 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 740 (302 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1956 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1956 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 740 weights approximately 485 kg more than 1956 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, 2006 BMW 740 (390 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 740 | 1956 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | BMW | GAZ |
| Model | 740 | M-20 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2710 mm |
