1969 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1956 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1956 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1956 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 58 kg more than 1969 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, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Chevrolet Corvette | 1956 GAZ M-20 | |
Make | Chevrolet | GAZ |
Model | Corvette | M-20 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1956 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2120 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |