2002 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1948 GAZ M-20
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 54 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 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish (454 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 403 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1948 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 450 kg more than 1948 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, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1948 GAZ M-20 | |
Make | Aston Martin | GAZ |
Model | Vanquish | M-20 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1948 |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 2120 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 454 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |