1949 GAZ M-20 vs. 2004 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2004 Lotus Esprit is newer by 55 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, 2004 Lotus Esprit (241 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1949 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotus Esprit 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 155 kg more than 2004 Lotus Esprit.
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, 2004 Lotus Esprit (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Lotus Esprit 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 | 2004 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | GAZ | Lotus |
| Model | M-20 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 2118 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
