1951 GAZ M-20 vs. 1982 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1982 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 31 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 2,838 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Pontiac Firebird (106 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1951 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Pontiac Firebird 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 124 kg more than 1982 Pontiac Firebird.
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, 1982 Pontiac Firebird (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1982 Pontiac Firebird 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 | 1982 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | GAZ | Pontiac |
| Model | M-20 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 2838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1336 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
