1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1947 GAZ M20
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 GAZ M20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 GAZ M20 would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1947 GAZ M20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1947 GAZ M20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 GAZ M20 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB.
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, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 GAZ M20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 GAZ M20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 1947 GAZ M20 | |
| Make | Ferrari | GAZ |
| Model | 512 BB | M20 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1947 |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2120 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
