1957 Buick 40 vs. 1948 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1957 Buick 40 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Buick 40 (248 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1948 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Buick 40 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1948 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, 1957 Buick 40 (515 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1957 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Buick 40 | 1948 GAZ M-20 | |
Make | Buick | GAZ |
Model | 40 | M-20 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1948 |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2120 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2710 mm |