1946 GAZ M-20 vs. 1972 Maserati Bora
To start off, 1972 Maserati Bora is newer by 26 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1946 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Bora 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 35 kg more than 1972 Maserati Bora.
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, 1972 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1972 Maserati Bora 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 | 1972 Maserati Bora | |
Make | GAZ | Maserati |
Model | M-20 | Bora |
Year Released | 1946 | 1972 |
Engine Size | 2120 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |