1971 Ford Mustang vs. 1950 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1971 Ford Mustang is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 4,726 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Mustang (251 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1950 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1950 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1971 Ford Mustang.
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 (146 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 GAZ M-20. (126 Nm). This means 1971 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Mustang | 1950 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Ford | GAZ |
| Model | Mustang | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1950 |
| Engine Size | 4726 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
