2002 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1948 GAZ M-20
To start off, 2002 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari Maranello (509 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 458 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1948 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 215 kg more than 1948 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, 2002 Ferrari Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari Maranello | 1948 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Ferrari | GAZ |
| Model | Maranello | M-20 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1948 |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 509 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
