1957 GAZ M-20 vs. 2002 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2002 TVR Cerbera 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1957 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Cerbera 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 430 kg more than 2002 TVR Cerbera.
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 TVR Cerbera (457 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Cerbera 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 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | GAZ | TVR |
| Model | M-20 | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 457 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
