1956 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1996 GAZ 3110
To start off, 1996 GAZ 3110 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette (245 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1996 GAZ 3110. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1996 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 173 kg more than 1956 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 GAZ 3110. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 GAZ 3110.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Chevrolet Corvette | 1996 GAZ 3110 | |
Make | Chevrolet | GAZ |
Model | Corvette | 3110 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4638 cc | 2287 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1227 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2810 mm |