1946 GAZ M-20 vs. 1999 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1999 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 53 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Italdesign Nazca (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1946 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Italdesign Nazca 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 360 kg more than 1999 Italdesign Nazca.
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, 1999 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Italdesign Nazca 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 | 1999 Italdesign Nazca | |
| Make | GAZ | Italdesign |
| Model | M-20 | Nazca |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
