1947 GAZ M20 vs. 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 GAZ M20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 GAZ M20 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1947 GAZ M20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1947 GAZ M20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 171 kg more than 1947 GAZ M20. 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, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 GAZ M20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 GAZ M20.
Compare all specifications:
1947 GAZ M20 | 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | GAZ | Aston Martin |
Model | M20 | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 1947 | 2010 |
Engine Size | 2120 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 469 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1257 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2604 mm |