1954 GAZ M-20 vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2002 Porsche Boxster is newer by 48 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 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Boxster (224 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1954 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster 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 182 kg more than 2002 Porsche Boxster.
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, 2002 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Boxster 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 | 2002 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | GAZ | Porsche |
| Model | M-20 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2420 mm |
