1953 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1950 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1953 Aston Martin DB2 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Aston Martin DB2 (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1950 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1950 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1953 Aston Martin DB2.
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, 1953 Aston Martin DB2 (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 GAZ M-20. (126 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1953 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB2 | 1950 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | GAZ |
| Model | DB2 | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1950 |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
