1957 Bristol 405 vs. 1952 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1957 Bristol 405 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Bristol 405 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1952 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Bristol 405 should accelerate faster than 1952 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1957 Bristol 405.
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 Bristol 405 (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1957 Bristol 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Bristol 405 | 1952 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Bristol | GAZ |
| Model | 405 | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1952 |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2710 mm |
