2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1956 GAZ M-20
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 53 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1956 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1956 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 494 kg more than 2009 Ford F-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 F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 GAZ M-20. (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 GAZ M-20.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-350 | 1956 GAZ M-20 | |
Make | Ford | GAZ |
Model | F-350 | M-20 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
Engine Size | 5400 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 | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2710 mm |