2009 Ford E-350 vs. 1958 GAZ M20
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 GAZ M20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 GAZ M20 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1958 GAZ M20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1958 GAZ M20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 GAZ M20 weights approximately 494 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
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, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 GAZ M20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 GAZ M20. 2009 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1958 GAZ M20 has manual transmission. 1958 GAZ M20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-350 | 1958 GAZ M20 | |
Make | Ford | GAZ |
Model | E-350 | M20 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2120 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2710 mm |