1999 GAZ 3111 vs. 1952 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1999 GAZ 3111 is newer by 47 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 2,134 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GAZ 3111 (112 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1952 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1952 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 40 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, 1999 GAZ 3111 (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GAZ 3111 | 1952 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | GAZ | GAZ |
| Model | 3111 | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1952 |
| Engine Size | 2134 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
