1956 GAZ M-20 vs. 1959 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1959 Jaguar MK II is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK II (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1956 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1956 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 40 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. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Jaguar MK II (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 GAZ M-20 | 1959 Jaguar MK II | |
| Make | GAZ | Jaguar |
| Model | M-20 | MK II |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2900 mm |
