1977 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1956 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1977 Bitter Diplomat is newer by 21 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1956 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1956 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 220 kg more than 1956 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, 1977 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1977 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Bitter Diplomat | 1956 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Bitter | GAZ |
| Model | Diplomat | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
