1997 Bentley Turbo vs. 1952 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1997 Bentley Turbo is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bentley Turbo (396 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1952 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 1952 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 935 kg more than 1952 GAZ M-20. 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, 1997 Bentley Turbo (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 675 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 GAZ M-20. 1997 Bentley Turbo has automatic transmission and 1952 GAZ M-20 has manual transmission. 1952 GAZ M-20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Bentley Turbo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Turbo | 1952 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Bentley | GAZ |
| Model | Turbo | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1952 |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2710 mm |
