1950 GAZ M-20 vs. 2010 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2010 Porsche Boxster is newer by 60 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 2,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Boxster (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1950 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Boxster 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 125 kg more than 2010 Porsche Boxster.
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, 2010 Porsche Boxster (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 GAZ M-20. (126 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Boxster 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 | 2010 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | GAZ | Porsche |
Model | M-20 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1950 | 2010 |
Engine Size | 2120 cc | 2900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4371 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1293 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2416 mm |