1976 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1950 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1950 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1950 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 125 kg more than 1950 GAZ M-20. 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, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 GAZ M-20. (126 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Camaro | 1950 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GAZ |
| Model | Camaro | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1950 |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
