1956 GAZ M-20 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 57 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 675 kg more than 1956 GAZ M-20.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (900 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 775 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | GAZ | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | M-20 | CL |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5106 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1426 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2955 mm |
