2009 BMW 118 vs. 1950 GAZ M-20
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 59 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 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 118 (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1950 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1950 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 74 kg more than 2009 BMW 118.
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, 2009 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 GAZ M-20. (126 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 118 | 1950 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | BMW | GAZ |
| Model | 118 | M-20 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1950 |
| 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 | 141 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
