2004 Caterham 7 vs. 1955 GAZ M-20
To start off, 2004 Caterham 7 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Caterham 7 (251 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1955 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1955 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 990 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7.
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 Caterham 7 (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Caterham 7 | 1955 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Caterham | GAZ |
| Model | 7 | M-20 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2710 mm |
