1980 Ferrari 400 vs. 1942 GAZ 10-73
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 400 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 GAZ 10-73. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 GAZ 10-73 would be higher. At 4,821 cc (12 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1942 GAZ 10-73. (75 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1942 GAZ 10-73. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1942 GAZ 10-73. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 400 | 1942 GAZ 10-73 | |
| Make | Ferrari | GAZ |
| Model | 400 | 10-73 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1942 |
| Engine Size | 4821 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
