2004 Alpina Roadster vs. 1954 GAZ M-20
To start off, 2004 Alpina Roadster is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alpina Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alpina Roadster (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1954 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1954 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 160 kg more than 1954 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, 2004 Alpina Roadster (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alpina Roadster | 1954 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Alpina | GAZ |
| Model | Roadster | M-20 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1954 |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
