1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 1986 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1986 Venturi Coupe 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Venturi Coupe 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 205 kg more than 1986 Venturi Coupe.
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 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1986 Venturi Coupe 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 Venturi Coupe | |
Make | GAZ | Venturi |
Model | M-20 | Coupe |
Year Released | 1948 | 1986 |
Engine Size | 2120 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |