2008 BMW 545 vs. 1950 GAZ M-20
To start off, 2008 BMW 545 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1950 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1950 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 545 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1950 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 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 GAZ M-20. (126 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 545 | 1950 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | BMW | GAZ |
| Model | 545 | M-20 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1950 |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
