1952 Buick 40 vs. 1958 GAZ M20
To start off, 1958 GAZ M20 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Buick 40 (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1958 GAZ M20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1958 GAZ M20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Buick 40 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1958 GAZ M20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1952 Buick 40 (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 GAZ M20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1952 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 GAZ M20.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Buick 40 | 1958 GAZ M20 | |
Make | Buick | GAZ |
Model | 40 | M20 |
Year Released | 1952 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 4066 cc | 2120 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2710 mm |