1949 GAZ M-20 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman is newer by 64 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 3,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (316 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1949 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman 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 110 kg more than 2013 Porsche Cayman.
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, 2013 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman 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 | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | GAZ | Porsche |
| Model | M-20 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 2118 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4347 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1306 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2415 mm |
