1955 GAZ M-20 vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z is newer by 57 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1955 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1955 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 118 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, 2012 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 GAZ M-20. 2012 Nissan 370Z 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. 2012 Nissan 370Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 GAZ M-20 | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | GAZ | Nissan |
| Model | M-20 | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
