1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, 1955 Rover P4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Rover P4 (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1948 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1955 Rover P4.
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, 1955 Rover P4 (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1955 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 GAZ M-20 | 1955 Rover P4 | |
| Make | GAZ | Rover |
| Model | M-20 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
