1959 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1996 GAZ 3110
To start off, 1996 GAZ 3110 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,636 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1996 GAZ 3110. (112 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1996 GAZ 3110.
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, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 GAZ 3110. (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1959 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 GAZ 3110.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Chevrolet Corvette | 1996 GAZ 3110 | |
Make | Chevrolet | GAZ |
Model | Corvette | 3110 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4636 cc | 2133 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 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 |