1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 1967 Alvis TF
To start off, 1967 Alvis TF is newer by 19 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Alvis TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alvis TF (150 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alvis TF should accelerate faster than 1948 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alvis TF weights approximately 90 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, 1967 Alvis TF (247 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1967 Alvis TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 GAZ M-20. 1967 Alvis TF has automatic transmission and 1948 GAZ M-20 has manual transmission. 1948 GAZ M-20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Alvis TF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 GAZ M-20 | 1967 Alvis TF | |
| Make | GAZ | Alvis |
| Model | M-20 | TF |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2840 mm |
