1954 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1952 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1954 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Cadillac Eldorado (141 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1952 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1952 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 710 kg more than 1952 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, 1954 Cadillac Eldorado (446 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1954 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 GAZ M-20. 1954 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 1952 GAZ M-20 has manual transmission. 1952 GAZ M-20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1954 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Cadillac Eldorado | 1952 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Cadillac | GAZ |
| Model | Eldorado | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1952 |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 446 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2710 mm |
