1946 GAZ M-20 vs. 2012 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2012 Lotus Elise 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 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1946 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Elise 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 548 kg more than 2012 Lotus Elise.
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 Lotus Elise (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Lotus Elise 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 | 2012 Lotus Elise | |
Make | GAZ | Lotus |
Model | M-20 | Elise |
Year Released | 1946 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2299 mm |