1996 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1948 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1996 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 48 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Guara 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 285 kg more than 1996 De Tomaso Guara.
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, 1996 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
1996 De Tomaso Guara | 1948 GAZ M-20 | |
Make | De Tomaso | GAZ |
Model | Guara | M-20 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1948 |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2120 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |