1951 GAZ M-20 vs. 1986 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1986 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 35 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan 300 ZX (171 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1951 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1951 GAZ M-20.
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, 1986 Nissan 300 ZX (234 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan 300 ZX 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 | 1986 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | GAZ | Nissan |
| Model | M-20 | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
