1946 GAZ M-20 vs. 1992 Jaguar XJR-15
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 is newer by 46 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 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 1946 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 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 410 kg more than 1992 Jaguar XJR-15.
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, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 (569 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 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 | 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 | |
| Make | GAZ | Jaguar |
| Model | M-20 | XJR-15 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 5993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2870 mm |
