1981 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1948 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1948 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 765 kg more than 1948 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, 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1948 GAZ M-20 | |
Make | Aston Martin | GAZ |
Model | Lagonda | M-20 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1948 |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2120 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2710 mm |