1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 1989 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1989 Peugeot 605 is newer by 41 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 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Peugeot 605 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 605 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 1 kg more than 1989 Peugeot 605.
Because 1948 GAZ M-20 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 GAZ M-20. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 605, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Peugeot 605 (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Peugeot 605 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 | 1989 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | GAZ | Peugeot |
| Model | M-20 | 605 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 2974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1459 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
