1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express is newer by 63 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Express (280 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1948 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1293 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, 2011 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 GAZ M-20. 2011 Chevrolet Express 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. 2011 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 GAZ M-20 | 2011 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | GAZ | Chevrolet |
| Model | M-20 | Express |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2753 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3429 mm |
