1994 Ferrari F355 vs. 1946 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1994 Ferrari F355 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1946 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1946 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1994 Ferrari F355.
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 F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari F355 | 1946 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Ferrari | GAZ |
| Model | F355 | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1946 |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1460 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
