1946 GAZ M-20 vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC
To start off, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC is newer by 12 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 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC (105 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1946 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC 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 10 kg more than 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC.
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, 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 GAZ M-20 | 1958 Mercedes-Benz SC | |
| Make | GAZ | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | M-20 | SC |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
