1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (320 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 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 62 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 | |
Make | GAZ | Porsche |
Model | M-20 | 911 |
Year Released | 1948 | 2004 |
Engine Size | 2120 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |