1951 GAZ M-20 vs. 2011 Ford E-150
To start off, 2011 Ford E-150 is newer by 60 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1951 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1951 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1151 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, 2011 Ford E-150 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 GAZ M-20. 2011 Ford E-150 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. 2011 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 GAZ M-20 | 2011 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | GAZ | Ford |
| Model | M-20 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3505 mm |
