1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 2003 MG XPower
To start off, 2003 MG XPower is newer by 55 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 MG XPower is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MG XPower (318 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 MG XPower should accelerate faster than 1948 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 MG XPower weights approximately 80 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, 2003 MG XPower (410 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 MG XPower 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 | 2003 MG XPower | |
| Make | GAZ | MG |
| Model | M-20 | XPower |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
