1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 1998 Lotus Elise
To start off, 1998 Lotus Elise is newer by 50 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, 1998 Lotus Elise (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus Elise 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 746 kg more than 1998 Lotus Elise.
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, 1998 Lotus Elise (193 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Lotus Elise 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 | 1998 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | GAZ | Lotus |
| Model | M-20 | Elise |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
