1957 GAZ M-20 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 56 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1957 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1957 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1073 kg more than 1957 GAZ M-20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 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 | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | GAZ | Chevrolet |
| Model | M-20 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2533 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3645 mm |
