2009 BMW 135 vs. 1948 GAZ M-20
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1948 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
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 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 1948 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | BMW | GAZ |
| Model | 135 | M-20 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1948 |
| 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 | 302 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
