2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1958 GAZ M20
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 GAZ M20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 GAZ M20 would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 454 more horse power than 1958 GAZ M20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1958 GAZ M20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 GAZ M20 weights approximately 194 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 GAZ M20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 GAZ M20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 1958 GAZ M20 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GAZ |
| Model | Corvette | M20 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 505 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
