1950 GAZ M-20 vs. 1970 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 1970 Maserati Mistral is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Maserati Mistral (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1950 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1950 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1970 Maserati Mistral.
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, 1970 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 GAZ M-20. (126 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1970 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 GAZ M-20 | 1970 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | GAZ | Maserati |
| Model | M-20 | Mistral |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
