1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 2007 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2007 Mercury Milan is newer by 59 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Milan (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1948 GAZ M-20.
Because 1948 GAZ M-20 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 GAZ M-20. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Milan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Mercury Milan (203 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Milan 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 | 2007 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | GAZ | Mercury |
| Model | M-20 | Milan |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
