2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1957 GAZ M-20
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1957 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1957 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 199 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 GAZ M-20. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1957 GAZ M-20 has manual transmission. 1957 GAZ M-20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1957 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GAZ |
| Model | Tahoe | M-20 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
