1953 GAZ M-20 vs. 1992 Jaguar XJ220
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 is newer by 39 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 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (542 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 491 more horse power than 1953 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 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 38 kg more than 1992 Jaguar XJ220.
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, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (642 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 517 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJ220 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 | 1992 Jaguar XJ220 | |
| Make | GAZ | Jaguar |
| Model | M-20 | XJ220 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 2119 cc | 3492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 642 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
