1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 is newer by 10 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 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 (110 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1948 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1948 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, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 (186 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 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 | 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | GAZ | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | M-20 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
