1951 GAZ M-20 vs. 2011 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige is newer by 60 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 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1951 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Exige 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 518 kg more than 2011 Lotus Exige.
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, 2011 Lotus Exige (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Exige 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 | 2011 Lotus Exige | |
Make | GAZ | Lotus |
Model | M-20 | Exige |
Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 942 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3797 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1727 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1158 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2299 mm |