1955 GAZ M-20 vs. 2009 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Solstice 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 2,383 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1955 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Solstice 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 131 kg more than 2009 Pontiac Solstice.
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 Pontiac Solstice (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Solstice 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 | 2009 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | GAZ | Pontiac |
| Model | M-20 | Solstice |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2420 mm |
