1997 Ford F-250 vs. 1949 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1997 Ford F-250 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1949 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1949 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 950 kg more than 1949 GAZ M-20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 GAZ M-20. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 552 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 GAZ M-20. 1997 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 1949 GAZ M-20 has manual transmission. 1949 GAZ M-20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Ford F-250 | 1949 GAZ M-20 | |
Make | Ford | GAZ |
Model | F-250 | M-20 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1949 |
Engine Size | 7275 cc | 2118 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 677 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2710 mm |