1949 GAZ M-20 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1949 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1949 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 677 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.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 GAZ M-20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (361 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 GAZ M-20. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 GAZ M-20 | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | GAZ | Volkswagen |
| Model | M-20 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 2118 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2893 mm |
