1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 2005 Infiniti M
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M is newer by 57 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 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1948 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 280 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, 2005 Infiniti M (453 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 GAZ M-20. 2005 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1948 GAZ M-20 has manual transmission. 1948 GAZ M-20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 GAZ M-20 | 2005 Infiniti M | |
| Make | GAZ | Infiniti |
| Model | M-20 | M |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
