1942 Cadillac 60 vs. 1942 GAZ M1
To start off, both 1942 Cadillac 60 and 1942 GAZ M1 were released in the same year (1942). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,671 cc (8 cylinders), 1942 Cadillac 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1942 Cadillac 60 (148 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1942 GAZ M1. (49 HP @ 2800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1942 Cadillac 60 should accelerate faster than 1942 GAZ M1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Cadillac 60 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1942 GAZ M1. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1942 Cadillac 60 | 1942 GAZ M1 | |
Make | Cadillac | GAZ |
Model | 60 | M1 |
Year Released | 1942 | 1942 |
Engine Size | 5671 cc | 3285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2850 mm |