1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 65 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (613 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 562 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1948 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 815 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (1,001 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 876 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S 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 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | GAZ | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | M-20 | S |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 613 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 1001 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3165 mm |
