1952 GAZ M-20 vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2005 Mazda Drifter is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,606 cc, 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Drifter (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1952 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster than 1952 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2005 Mazda Drifter.
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, 2005 Mazda Drifter (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 GAZ M-20 | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | GAZ | Mazda |
| Model | M-20 | Drifter |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 2606 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1345 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
