2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1950 GAZ M-20
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1950 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1950 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 290 kg more than 1950 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (540 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 GAZ M-20. (126 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 1950 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GAZ |
| Model | Corvette | M-20 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1950 |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
