1949 GAZ M-20 vs. 2009 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige is newer by 60 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, 2009 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1949 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Exige 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 544 kg more than 2009 Lotus Exige.
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, 2009 Lotus Exige (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Exige 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 | 2009 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | GAZ | Lotus |
| Model | M-20 | Exige |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2118 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
