1999 Ford Mustang vs. 1957 GAZ M-20
To start off, 1999 Ford Mustang is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Mustang (187 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1957 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1957 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1999 Ford Mustang.
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 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Mustang | 1957 GAZ M-20 | |
Make | Ford | GAZ |
Model | Mustang | M-20 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1957 |
Engine Size | 3801 cc | 2120 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |