1954 GAZ M-20 vs. 1968 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1968 Jaguar 240 is newer by 14 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 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jaguar 240 (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1954 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 1954 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1968 Jaguar 240.
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, 1968 Jaguar 240 (204 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1968 Jaguar 240 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 | 1968 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | GAZ | Jaguar |
| Model | M-20 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
