2008 Ford F-150 vs. 1955 GAZ M-20
To start off, 2008 Ford F-150 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1955 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1955 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 383 kg more than 2008 Ford F-150.
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 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 GAZ M-20. 2008 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1955 GAZ M-20 has manual transmission. 1955 GAZ M-20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford F-150 | 1955 GAZ M-20 | |
Make | Ford | GAZ |
Model | F-150 | M-20 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2120 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2710 mm |