1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 61 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 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 422 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1948 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 70 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.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 GAZ M-20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | GAZ | Porsche |
| Model | M-20 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 473 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2360 mm |
