1982 Bitter SC vs. 1946 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1982 Bitter SC is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Bitter SC (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1946 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1946 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1982 Bitter SC.
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, 1982 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1982 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Bitter SC | 1946 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Bitter | GAZ |
| Model | SC | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1946 |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
