1994 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1951 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 372 more horse power than 1951 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1951 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 110 kg more than 1951 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, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari 512 TR | 1951 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Ferrari | GAZ |
| Model | 512 TR | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1951 |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2120 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 423 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
