1954 GAZ M-20 vs. 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit 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 6,748 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1954 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 1954 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 920 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, 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit 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 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
Make | GAZ | Rolls-Royce |
Model | M-20 | Silver Spirit |
Year Released | 1954 | 1990 |
Engine Size | 2120 cc | 6748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3070 mm |