1954 GAZ M-20 vs. 1958 Jaguar MK IX
To start off, 1958 Jaguar MK IX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jaguar MK IX (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1954 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 1954 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 345 kg more than 1954 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, 1958 Jaguar MK IX (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1958 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 GAZ M-20 | 1958 Jaguar MK IX | |
| Make | GAZ | Jaguar |
| Model | M-20 | MK IX |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2900 mm |
