1946 GAZ M-20 vs. 1998 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1998 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 52 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 3,352 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Pontiac Firebird (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1946 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1946 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 68 kg more than 1946 GAZ M-20. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Pontiac Firebird (257 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Pontiac Firebird 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 | 1998 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | GAZ | Pontiac |
| Model | M-20 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 3352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
