1944 GAZ 10-73 vs. 1967 Plymouth Fury
To start off, 1967 Plymouth Fury is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 GAZ 10-73. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 GAZ 10-73 would be higher. At 6,295 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Plymouth Fury is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Plymouth Fury (326 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1944 GAZ 10-73. (75 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Plymouth Fury should accelerate faster than 1944 GAZ 10-73. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Plymouth Fury weights approximately 509 kg more than 1944 GAZ 10-73. 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. 1967 Plymouth Fury has automatic transmission and 1944 GAZ 10-73 has manual transmission. 1944 GAZ 10-73 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Plymouth Fury will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 GAZ 10-73 | 1967 Plymouth Fury | |
| Make | GAZ | Plymouth |
| Model | 10-73 | Fury |
| Year Released | 1944 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 3484 cc | 6295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1959 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3030 mm |
