1957 GAZ M-20 vs. 2002 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 45 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1957 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 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 2002 Morgan Aero 8.
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, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 (438 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Morgan Aero 8 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 | 2002 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | GAZ | Morgan |
| Model | M-20 | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
