1956 GAZ M-20 vs. 1956 Maserati A6G
To start off, both 1956 GAZ M-20 and 1956 Maserati A6G were released in the same year (1956). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Maserati A6G (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1956 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati A6G should accelerate faster than 1956 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1956 Maserati A6G.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 GAZ M-20 | 1956 Maserati A6G | |
| Make | GAZ | Maserati |
| Model | M-20 | A6G |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1050 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |
