2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1949 GAZ M-20
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 1949 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1949 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1949 GAZ M-20 | |
Make | Chevrolet | GAZ |
Model | Corvette | M-20 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1949 |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 2118 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 405 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 125 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |