1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 2010 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2010 Nissan NP300 is newer by 62 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 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan NP300 (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1948 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan NP300 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.
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, 2010 Nissan NP300 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan NP300 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 | 2010 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | GAZ | Nissan |
| Model | M-20 | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2960 mm |
