1958 GAZ M20 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 54 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 454 more horse power than 1958 GAZ M20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1958 GAZ M20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 GAZ M20 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 GAZ M20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 GAZ M20.
Compare all specifications:
1958 GAZ M20 | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | GAZ | Chevrolet |
Model | M20 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 2120 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 505 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1237 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2685 mm |