1955 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1948 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT is newer by 7 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 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1955 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT 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 280 kg more than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT.
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, 1955 Ferrari 250 GT (260 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm). This means 1955 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ferrari 250 GT | 1948 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Ferrari | GAZ |
| Model | 250 GT | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1948 |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
