2009 BMW M3 vs. 1946 GAZ M-20
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 63 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 1946 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1946 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
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 M3 (401 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1946 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | BMW | GAZ |
| Model | M3 | M-20 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1946 |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
