1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 1970 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1970 Volkswagen 411 is newer by 22 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 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Volkswagen 411 (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Volkswagen 411 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 380 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen 411.
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, 1970 Volkswagen 411 (135 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1970 Volkswagen 411 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 | 1970 Volkswagen 411 | |
| Make | GAZ | Volkswagen |
| Model | M-20 | 411 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
