2008 BMW 523 vs. 1955 GAZ M-20
To start off, 2008 BMW 523 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1955 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1955 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 523 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1955 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 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 GAZ M-20. 2008 BMW 523 has automatic transmission and 1955 GAZ M-20 has manual transmission. 1955 GAZ M-20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 523 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 523 | 1955 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | BMW | GAZ |
| Model | 523 | M-20 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
