1955 GAZ M-20 vs. 2007 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 52 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 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1955 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1955 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1248 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.
Because 2007 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 GAZ M-20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (441 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Discovery 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 | 2007 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | GAZ | Land Rover |
| Model | M-20 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2890 mm |
