1981 Ferrari 208 vs. 1958 GAZ M20
To start off, 1981 Ferrari 208 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 GAZ M20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 GAZ M20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 GAZ M20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1958 GAZ M20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1958 GAZ M20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 GAZ M20 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1981 Ferrari 208.
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, 1981 Ferrari 208 (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 GAZ M20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1981 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 GAZ M20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 208 | 1958 GAZ M20 | |
| Make | Ferrari | GAZ |
| Model | 208 | M20 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
