1956 GAZ M-20 vs. 2005 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 49 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 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (243 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1956 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige 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 530 kg more than 2005 Lotus Exige.
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, 2005 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Exige 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 | 2005 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | GAZ | Lotus |
| Model | M-20 | Exige |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
