1949 GAZ M-20 vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 63 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 4,367 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (311 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1949 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1949 GAZ M-20.
Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 GAZ M-20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (700 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 575 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 GAZ M-20. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1949 GAZ M-20 has manual transmission. 1949 GAZ M-20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1949 GAZ M-20 | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | GAZ | Land Rover |
Model | M-20 | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1949 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 2118 cc | 4367 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4973 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2891 mm |