1957 GAZ M-20 vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1968 Holden Monaro is newer by 11 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 3,043 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Monaro (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1957 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Monaro 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 170 kg more than 1968 Holden Monaro.
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, 1968 Holden Monaro (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro 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 | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | GAZ | Holden |
| Model | M-20 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 3043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
