1958 GAZ M20 vs. 1992 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJS is newer by 34 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 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJS (220 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1958 GAZ M20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1958 GAZ M20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 270 kg more than 1958 GAZ M20. 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, 1992 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 GAZ M20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 GAZ M20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 GAZ M20 | 1992 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | GAZ | Jaguar |
| Model | M20 | XJS |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
