1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 1956 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1956 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1956 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1959 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:
| 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 1956 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Ferrari | GAZ |
| Model | 250 Testarossa | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
