1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2004 Rover 75 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 75 (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1948 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 220 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, 2004 Rover 75 (418 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 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 Rover 75 | |
| Make | GAZ | Rover |
| Model | M-20 | 75 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2780 mm |
