1949 GAZ M-20 vs. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 402 more horse power than 1949 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1949 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1170 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, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom (719 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 594 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 GAZ M-20. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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 Rolls-Royce Phantom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 GAZ M-20 | 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | GAZ | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | M-20 | Phantom |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2118 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 453 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 719 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1638 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3571 mm |
