1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 1985 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 1985 TVR Tasmin is newer by 37 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 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 TVR Tasmin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 TVR Tasmin (196 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 TVR Tasmin 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 340 kg more than 1985 TVR Tasmin.
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, 1985 TVR Tasmin (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 TVR Tasmin 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 | 1985 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | GAZ | TVR |
| Model | M-20 | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2390 mm |
