1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 1997 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1997 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 49 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 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Maserati Ghibli 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 95 kg more than 1997 Maserati Ghibli.
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, 1997 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Maserati Ghibli 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 | 1997 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | GAZ | Maserati |
| Model | M-20 | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
