1957 GAZ M-20 vs. 1960 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 1960 Lancia Flaminia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Lancia Flaminia (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1957 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1957 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1960 Lancia Flaminia.
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, 1960 Lancia Flaminia (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1960 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
1957 GAZ M-20 | 1960 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | GAZ | Lancia |
Model | M-20 | Flaminia |
Year Released | 1957 | 1960 |
Engine Size | 2120 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2960 mm |