1946 GAZ M-20 vs. 2009 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2009 Infiniti G37 is newer by 63 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti G37 (328 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1946 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1946 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 660 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, 2009 Infiniti G37 (365 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 GAZ M-20. 2009 Infiniti G37 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. 2009 Infiniti G37 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 GAZ M-20 | 2009 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | GAZ | Infiniti |
| Model | M-20 | G37 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
