1957 GAZ M-20 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 442 more horse power than 1957 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1957 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 510 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.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 GAZ M-20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera will offer significantly more control. 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 Panamera (700 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 575 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 Panamera | |
| Make | GAZ | Porsche |
| Model | M-20 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2920 mm |
