1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 1998 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1998 Nissan Silvia 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 Nissan Silvia (250 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Silvia 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, 1998 Nissan Silvia (271 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm). This means 1998 Nissan Silvia 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 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | GAZ | Nissan |
| Model | M-20 | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
