1957 GAZ M-20 vs. 1964 Marcos 1800
To start off, 1964 Marcos 1800 is newer by 7 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 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Marcos 1800 (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1957 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Marcos 1800 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 686 kg more than 1964 Marcos 1800.
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, 1964 Marcos 1800 (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1964 Marcos 1800 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 | 1964 Marcos 1800 | |
| Make | GAZ | Marcos |
| Model | M-20 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2280 mm |
