1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 2001 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2001 Pagani Zonda is newer by 53 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 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pagani Zonda (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pagani Zonda 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 210 kg more than 2001 Pagani Zonda.
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, 2001 Pagani Zonda (569 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Pagani Zonda 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 | 2001 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | GAZ | Pagani |
| Model | M-20 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
