2004 GAZ 3111 vs. 1950 GAZ M-20
To start off, 2004 GAZ 3111 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1950 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1950 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1950 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 GAZ 3111 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 GAZ M-20. (126 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GAZ 3111 | 1950 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | GAZ | GAZ |
| Model | 3111 | M-20 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1950 |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
