1989 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1958 GAZ M20
To start off, 1989 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 31 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Thunderbird (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1958 GAZ M20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1958 GAZ M20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 154 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, 1989 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 GAZ M20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 GAZ M20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Thunderbird | 1958 GAZ M20 | |
| Make | Ford | GAZ |
| Model | Thunderbird | M20 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |
