1968 Ford Zephyr vs. 1957 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1968 Ford Zephyr is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Zephyr (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1957 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Zephyr 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 206 kg more than 1968 Ford Zephyr.
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, 1968 Ford Zephyr (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Zephyr | 1957 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Ford | GAZ |
| Model | Zephyr | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2710 mm |
