1954 Ford Zephyr vs. 1948 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1954 Ford Zephyr is newer by 6 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 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ford Zephyr (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1948 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 314 kg more than 1954 Ford Zephyr.
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, 1954 Ford Zephyr (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1954 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Ford Zephyr | 1948 GAZ M-20 | |
Make | Ford | GAZ |
Model | Zephyr | M-20 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1948 |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2120 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |