1964 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 1958 GAZ M20
To start off, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 GAZ M20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 GAZ M20 would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1958 GAZ M20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1958 GAZ M20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 GAZ M20 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO.
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, 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 GAZ M20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 GAZ M20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ferrari 250 GTO | 1958 GAZ M20 | |
| Make | Ferrari | GAZ |
| Model | 250 GTO | M20 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1958 |
| 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 | 296 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2710 mm |
