1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 1941 GAZ M1
To start off, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 GAZ M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 GAZ M1 would be higher. At 3,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1941 GAZ M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1941 GAZ M1. (49 HP @ 2800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1941 GAZ M1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 GAZ M1 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
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:
| 1958 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 1941 GAZ M1 | |
| Make | Ferrari | GAZ |
| Model | 250 Testarossa | M1 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1941 |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2850 mm |
