1956 GAZ M-20 vs. 1999 Venturi 400
To start off, 1999 Venturi 400 is newer by 43 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1956 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Venturi 400 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 310 kg more than 1999 Venturi 400.
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, 1999 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Venturi 400 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 | 1999 Venturi 400 | |
Make | GAZ | Venturi |
Model | M-20 | 400 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
Engine Size | 2120 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |