1955 GAZ M-20 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 54 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 467 more horse power than 1955 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1955 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 505 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 GAZ M-20. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 1955 GAZ M-20 has manual transmission. 1955 GAZ M-20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 GAZ M-20 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | GAZ | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | M-20 | SL |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
