1957 Ferrari 246 vs. 1957 GAZ M-20
To start off, both 1957 Ferrari 246 and 1957 GAZ M-20 were released in the same year (1957). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,417 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Ferrari 246 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 246 (277 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1957 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 246 should accelerate faster than 1957 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 246.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ferrari 246 | 1957 GAZ M-20 | |
Make | Ferrari | GAZ |
Model | 246 | M-20 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1957 |
Engine Size | 2417 cc | 2120 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2710 mm |