1951 GAZ M-20 vs. 1978 Porsche 930
To start off, 1978 Porsche 930 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1951 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1951 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1978 Porsche 930.
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, 1978 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
1951 GAZ M-20 | 1978 Porsche 930 | |
Make | GAZ | Porsche |
Model | M-20 | 930 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 2120 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |