1941 GAZ M1 vs. 2011 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Defender is newer by 70 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 GAZ M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 GAZ M1 would be higher. At 3,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1941 GAZ M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1941 GAZ M1. (49 HP @ 2800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1941 GAZ M1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1338 kg more than 1941 GAZ M1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1941 GAZ M1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 GAZ M1 | 2011 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | GAZ | Land Rover |
| Model | M1 | Defender |
| Year Released | 1941 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 3285 cc | 2402 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2800 mm |
