1953 GAZ M-20 vs. 1993 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1993 TVR Cerbera is newer by 40 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 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Cerbera (347 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1953 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Cerbera 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 335 kg more than 1993 TVR Cerbera.
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, 1993 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Cerbera 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 | 1993 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | GAZ | TVR |
| Model | M-20 | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 2119 cc | 4185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 347 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
