1987 Alpine V6 vs. 1951 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1987 Alpine V6 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1951 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1951 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Alpine V6 (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1987 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alpine V6 | 1951 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Alpine | GAZ |
| Model | V6 | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1951 |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 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 |
