1941 Buick 40 vs. 1996 GAZ 3110
To start off, 1996 GAZ 3110 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1941 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1941 Buick 40 (114 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 GAZ 3110. (112 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1941 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1996 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Buick 40 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1996 GAZ 3110. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Buick 40 | 1996 GAZ 3110 | |
| Make | Buick | GAZ |
| Model | 40 | 3110 |
| Year Released | 1941 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 2133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1400 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2810 mm |
