1971 Ford Mustang vs. 1949 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1971 Ford Mustang is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Mustang (330 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1949 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1949 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Mustang weights approximately 155 kg more than 1949 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, 1971 Ford Mustang (503 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Mustang | 1949 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Ford | GAZ |
| Model | Mustang | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1949 |
| Engine Size | 5752 cc | 2118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 503 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
