1958 GAZ M20 vs. 1984 Porsche 944
To start off, 1984 Porsche 944 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 GAZ M20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 GAZ M20 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Porsche 944 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1958 GAZ M20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1958 GAZ M20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 GAZ M20 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1984 Porsche 944.
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, 1984 Porsche 944 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 GAZ M20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1984 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 GAZ M20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 GAZ M20 | 1984 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | GAZ | Porsche |
| Model | M20 | 944 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
