1958 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2001 GAZ 3110
To start off, 2001 GAZ 3110 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2001 GAZ 3110. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2001 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 4 kg more than 2001 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. Let's talk about torque, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GAZ 3110. (189 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GAZ 3110.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Chevrolet Corvette | 2001 GAZ 3110 | |
Make | Chevrolet | GAZ |
Model | Corvette | 3110 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2810 mm |