1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 1968 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1968 Opel Commodore is newer by 20 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 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Opel Commodore (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel Commodore 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 250 kg more than 1968 Opel Commodore.
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, 1968 Opel Commodore (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1968 Opel Commodore 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 | 1968 Opel Commodore | |
Make | GAZ | Opel |
Model | M-20 | Commodore |
Year Released | 1948 | 1968 |
Engine Size | 2120 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |