1988 Ferrari 348 vs. 1958 GAZ M20
To start off, 1988 Ferrari 348 is newer by 30 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 3,404 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1958 GAZ M20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1958 GAZ M20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1958 GAZ M20. 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, 1988 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 GAZ M20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 GAZ M20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 348 | 1958 GAZ M20 | |
| Make | Ferrari | GAZ |
| Model | 348 | M20 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 3404 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
