2008 BMW 120 vs. 1957 GAZ M-20
To start off, 2008 BMW 120 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 120 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1957 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1957 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 104 kg more than 2008 BMW 120.
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, 2008 BMW 120 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 GAZ M-20. 2008 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1957 GAZ M-20 has manual transmission. 1957 GAZ M-20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 120 | 1957 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | BMW | GAZ |
| Model | 120 | M-20 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| 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 | 161 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
