1954 GAZ M-20 vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 1990 Porsche 911 is newer by 36 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1954 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 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 125 kg more than 1990 Porsche 911.
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, 1990 Porsche 911 (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 911 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 | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
Make | GAZ | Porsche |
Model | M-20 | 911 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1990 |
Engine Size | 2120 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |