1949 GAZ M-20 vs. 1988 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1988 Peugeot 505 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Peugeot 505 (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1949 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1949 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1988 Peugeot 505.
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, 1988 Peugeot 505 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 GAZ M-20 | 1988 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | GAZ | Peugeot |
| Model | M-20 | 505 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 2118 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2910 mm |
