1970 GAZ 24 vs. 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost
To start off, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 GAZ 24. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 GAZ 24 would be higher. At 6,600 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost (563 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 478 more horse power than 1970 GAZ 24. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost should accelerate faster than 1970 GAZ 24. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1970 GAZ 24. 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 Rolls-Royce Ghost (780 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 608 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 GAZ 24. (172 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 GAZ 24.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 GAZ 24 | 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost | |
| Make | GAZ | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 24 | Ghost |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 563 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 780 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3295 mm |
