1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 1991 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1991 Jaguar XJS is newer by 43 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 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1948 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 470 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, 1991 Jaguar XJS (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1991 Jaguar XJS 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 | 1991 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | GAZ | Jaguar |
| Model | M-20 | XJS |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1991 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 5342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
