1957 GAZ M-20 vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (395 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1957 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 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 65 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.
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 Porsche 911 (441 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 | |
Make | GAZ | Porsche |
Model | M-20 | 911 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
Engine Size | 2120 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1978 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1295 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |