1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1946 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1946 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1946 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
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, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1946 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | GAZ |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1946 |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2710 mm |
