2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1954 GAZ M-20
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (391 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1954 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1954 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 10 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 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1954 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GAZ |
| Model | Corvette | M-20 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1954 |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
