1957 GAZ M-20 vs. 1998 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 1998 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 41 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 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 739 more horse power than 1957 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Speed 12 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 460 kg more than 1998 TVR Speed 12.
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, 1998 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 756 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 TVR Speed 12 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 | 1998 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | GAZ | TVR |
Model | M-20 | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
Engine Size | 2120 cc | 7730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 790 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |