1953 GAZ M-20 vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1968 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz E (104 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1953 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1953 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 104 kg more than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz E (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 GAZ M-20 | 1968 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | GAZ | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | M-20 | E |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 2119 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
