1947 Ferrari 159S vs. 1947 GAZ M20
To start off, both 1947 Ferrari 159S and 1947 GAZ M20 were released in the same year (1947). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1947 GAZ M20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1947 Ferrari 159S (123 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1947 GAZ M20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1947 Ferrari 159S should accelerate faster than 1947 GAZ M20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 GAZ M20 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1947 Ferrari 159S.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Ferrari 159S | 1947 GAZ M20 | |
| Make | Ferrari | GAZ |
| Model | 159S | M20 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1947 |
| Engine Size | 1903 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1460 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |
