1956 GAZ M-20 vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 54 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (435 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 1956 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 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 65 kg more than 2010 Porsche 911.
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, 2010 Porsche 911 (429 Nm @ 6250 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 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 | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | GAZ | Porsche |
Model | M-20 | 911 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
Engine Size | 2120 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 429 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2355 mm |