1956 GAZ M-20 vs. 1972 Maserati Indy
To start off, 1972 Maserati Indy is newer by 16 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Maserati Indy (289 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1956 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1956 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Maserati Indy weights approximately 80 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, 1972 Maserati Indy (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1972 Maserati Indy 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 | 1972 Maserati Indy | |
| Make | GAZ | Maserati |
| Model | M-20 | Indy |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 289 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
