1987 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1948 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 39 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1948 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 22 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 Chevrolet Corvette (454 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Chevrolet Corvette | 1948 GAZ M-20 | |
Make | Chevrolet | GAZ |
Model | Corvette | M-20 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1948 |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2120 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |