1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1948 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is newer by 12 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 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (336 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1948 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 130 kg more than 1948 GAZ M-20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1948 GAZ M-20 | |
Make | Ferrari | GAZ |
Model | 400 Superamerica | M-20 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1948 |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 2120 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 336 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |