2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 1946 GAZ M-20
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 4,800 cc, 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1946 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1946 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 382 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Express.
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 Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Express | 1946 GAZ M-20 | |
Make | Chevrolet | GAZ |
Model | Express | M-20 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1946 |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2120 cc |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2710 mm |