1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1949 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 5,352 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1949 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1949 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1965 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 1949 GAZ M-20 | |
Make | Chevrolet | GAZ |
Model | Corvette | M-20 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1949 |
Engine Size | 5352 cc | 2118 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |