1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 65 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford E-Series (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford E-Series should accelerate faster than 1948 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 1370 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, 2013 Ford E-Series (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 GAZ M-20. 2013 Ford E-Series has automatic transmission and 1948 GAZ M-20 has manual transmission. 1948 GAZ M-20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford E-Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 GAZ M-20 | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | GAZ | Ford |
| Model | M-20 | E-Series |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3505 mm |
