1946 GAZ M-20 vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 60 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1946 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry 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 275 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Because 1946 GAZ M-20 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1946 GAZ M-20. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Toyota Camry (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 GAZ M-20. 2006 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 1946 GAZ M-20 has manual transmission. 1946 GAZ M-20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 GAZ M-20 | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | GAZ | Toyota |
| Model | M-20 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
