1999 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1949 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1999 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 50 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 427 more horse power than 1949 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1949 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 185 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.
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 Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari Maranello | 1949 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Ferrari | GAZ |
| Model | Maranello | M-20 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1949 |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 2118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
