1955 GAZ M-20 vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1970 Pontiac GTO is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (360 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1955 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1955 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 255 kg more than 1955 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, 1970 Pontiac GTO (678 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 553 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 GAZ M-20 | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | GAZ | Pontiac |
| Model | M-20 | GTO |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 7460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
