1999 Ferrari F355 vs. 1958 GAZ M20
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F355 is newer by 41 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 3,589 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F355 (396 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1958 GAZ M20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1958 GAZ M20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 GAZ M20 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Ferrari F355 (373 Nm) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 GAZ M20. (125 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 GAZ M20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F355 | 1958 GAZ M20 | |
| Make | Ferrari | GAZ |
| Model | F355 | M20 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
