2008 BMW 335 vs. 1946 GAZ M-20
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 62 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1946 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1946 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 335 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1946 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, 2008 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 335 | 1946 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | BMW | GAZ |
| Model | 335 | M-20 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1946 |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
