1956 GAZ M-20 vs. 1956 Pontiac Star Chief
To start off, both 1956 GAZ M-20 and 1956 Pontiac Star Chief were released in the same year (1956). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,714 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Pontiac Star Chief is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Pontiac Star Chief (173 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1956 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Pontiac Star Chief should accelerate faster than 1956 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Pontiac Star Chief weights approximately 190 kg more than 1956 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 GAZ M-20 | 1956 Pontiac Star Chief | |
| Make | GAZ | Pontiac |
| Model | M-20 | Star Chief |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 4714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3110 mm |
