1949 GAZ M-20 vs. 1995 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1995 Westfield ZEI is newer by 46 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Westfield ZEI (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1949 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Westfield ZEI 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 710 kg more than 1995 Westfield ZEI.
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, 1995 Westfield ZEI (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Westfield ZEI 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 | 1995 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | GAZ | Westfield |
| Model | M-20 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 2118 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
