1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 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 2,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1948 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 90 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 2011 Mazda BT-50 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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda BT-50 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 | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | GAZ | Mazda |
| Model | M-20 | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 2606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
