1956 GAZ M-20 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept 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 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1956 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept 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 195 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept 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 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept | |
| Make | GAZ | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | M-20 | Bionic Car Concept |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
