1985 Alpine V6 vs. 1949 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1985 Alpine V6 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alpine V6 (158 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1949 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1949 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1985 Alpine V6.
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, 1985 Alpine V6 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alpine V6 | 1949 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Alpine | GAZ |
| Model | V6 | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1949 |
| Engine Size | 2848 cc | 2118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
