1956 GAZ M-20 vs. 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR is newer by 51 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), 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 1013 more horse power than 1956 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR 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 180 kg more than 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR.
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, 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,060 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 935 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR 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 | 2007 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
| Make | GAZ | Koenigsegg |
| Model | M-20 | CCXR |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 1064 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 1060 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
