1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 1966 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 1966 Lamborghini Miura is newer by 18 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 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lamborghini Miura 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 160 kg more than 1966 Lamborghini Miura.
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, 1966 Lamborghini Miura (400 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1966 Lamborghini Miura 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 | 1966 Lamborghini Miura | |
| Make | GAZ | Lamborghini |
| Model | M-20 | Miura |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7850 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
