1951 GAZ M-20 vs. 1992 Ferrari 456
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 456 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1951 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 1951 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1951 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, 1992 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 GAZ M-20. 1992 Ferrari 456 has automatic transmission and 1951 GAZ M-20 has manual transmission. 1951 GAZ M-20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Ferrari 456 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 GAZ M-20 | 1992 Ferrari 456 | |
| Make | GAZ | Ferrari |
| Model | M-20 | 456 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 436 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
