1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 1986 Porsche 928
To start off, 1986 Porsche 928 is newer by 38 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1948 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Porsche 928 weights approximately 76 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, 1986 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1986 Porsche 928 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 | 1986 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | GAZ | Porsche |
| Model | M-20 | 928 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
