1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 2004 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2004 Opel Speedster is newer by 56 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, 2004 Opel Speedster (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Speedster 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 455 kg more than 2004 Opel Speedster.
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, 2004 Opel Speedster (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Speedster 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 | 2004 Opel Speedster | |
Make | GAZ | Opel |
Model | M-20 | Speedster |
Year Released | 1948 | 2004 |
Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |