1949 GAZ M-20 vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 49 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1949 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1949 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 40 kg more than 1949 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK (190 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 | 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | GAZ | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | M-20 | CLK |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 2118 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
