1995 Dodge Viper vs. 1949 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1995 Dodge Viper is newer by 46 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 7,998 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 398 kg more than 1995 Dodge Viper.
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, 1995 Dodge Viper (678 Nm) has 553 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm). This means 1995 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Viper | 1949 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Dodge | GAZ |
| Model | Viper | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1949 |
| Engine Size | 7998 cc | 2118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
