1953 GAZ M-20 vs. 1994 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1994 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 41 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1953 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1953 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 125 kg more than 1953 GAZ M-20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan 300 ZX 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 | 1994 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | GAZ | Nissan |
| Model | M-20 | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 2119 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
