1950 GAZ M-20 vs. 1994 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1994 TVR Chimaera is newer by 44 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 TVR Chimaera (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1950 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 TVR Chimaera 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 435 kg more than 1994 TVR Chimaera.
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, 1994 TVR Chimaera (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 GAZ M-20. (126 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 TVR Chimaera 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 | 1994 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | GAZ | TVR |
| Model | M-20 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2290 mm |
