2007 BMW 325 vs. 1949 GAZ M-20
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1949 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1949 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1949 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, 2007 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 GAZ M-20. 2007 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1949 GAZ M-20 has manual transmission. 1949 GAZ M-20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1949 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | BMW | GAZ |
| Model | 325 | M-20 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1949 |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
