2005 Ferrari F430 vs. 1949 GAZ M-20
To start off, 2005 Ferrari F430 is newer by 56 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 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari F430 (485 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 434 more horse power than 1949 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1949 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 Ferrari F430.
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, 2005 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ferrari F430 | 1949 GAZ M-20 | |
Make | Ferrari | GAZ |
Model | F430 | M-20 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1949 |
Engine Size | 4308 cc | 2118 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 465 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |