1996 GAZ 3110 vs. 1947 GAZ M20
To start off, 1996 GAZ 3110 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 GAZ M20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 GAZ M20 would be higher. At 3,378 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 GAZ 3110 (191 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1947 GAZ M20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 1947 GAZ M20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1947 GAZ M20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 GAZ 3110 (309 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 GAZ M20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 GAZ M20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 GAZ 3110 | 1947 GAZ M20 | |
| Make | GAZ | GAZ |
| Model | 3110 | M20 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1947 |
| Engine Size | 3378 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
