1957 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1948 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1957 Aston Martin DB2 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Aston Martin DB2 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1948 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1957 Aston Martin DB2.
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, 1957 Aston Martin DB2 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1957 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Aston Martin DB2 | 1948 GAZ M-20 | |
Make | Aston Martin | GAZ |
Model | DB2 | M-20 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1948 |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2120 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |