1950 GAZ M-20 vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 1996 Porsche 993 is newer by 46 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1950 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 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 40 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993.
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, 1996 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 GAZ M-20. (126 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 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 | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | GAZ | Porsche |
| Model | M-20 | 993 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2280 mm |
