1958 GAZ M20 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 55 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 5,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (503 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 452 more horse power than 1958 GAZ M20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1958 GAZ M20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 723 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (830 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 705 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 GAZ M20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 GAZ M20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 GAZ M20 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | GAZ | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | M20 | CL |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 830 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2183 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1419 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2955 mm |
