2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1956 GAZ M-20
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 6,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 449 more horse power than 1956 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1956 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 382 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (644 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1956 GAZ M-20 | |
Make | Chevrolet | GAZ |
Model | Corvette | M-20 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
Engine Size | 6996 cc | 2120 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 644 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |