1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 1990 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 42 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Firebird (235 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1948 GAZ M-20.
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, 1990 Pontiac Firebird (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Firebird 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 | 1990 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | GAZ | Pontiac |
| Model | M-20 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
