2008 Ferrari F430 vs. 1956 GAZ M-20
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 4,309 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 439 more horse power than 1956 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1956 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1956 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, 2008 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari F430 | 1956 GAZ M-20 | |
| Make | Ferrari | GAZ |
| Model | F430 | M-20 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 4309 cc | 2120 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
