1983 Ferrari 400 vs. 1956 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 400 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1956 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1956 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1956 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, 1983 Ferrari 400 (393 Nm) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ferrari 400 | 1956 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Ferrari | GAZ |
| Model | 400 | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
