1946 GAZ M-20 vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 66 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 1946 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1946 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 414 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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 GAZ M-20. 2012 Jaguar XJ 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. 2012 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 GAZ M-20 | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | GAZ | Jaguar |
| Model | M-20 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1874 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3157 mm |
