1957 GAZ M-20 vs. 1976 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1976 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 19 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, 1976 Nissan Bluebird (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1957 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan Bluebird 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 285 kg more than 1976 Nissan Bluebird.
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, 1976 Nissan Bluebird (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1976 Nissan Bluebird 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 | 1976 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | GAZ | Nissan |
| Model | M-20 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
