1960 Chevrolet Corvair vs. 2000 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2000 GAZ 3111 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chevrolet Corvair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chevrolet Corvair would be higher. Both 1960 Chevrolet Corvair and 2000 GAZ 3111 are equipped with a 2,287 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1960 Chevrolet Corvair. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1960 Chevrolet Corvair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1960 Chevrolet Corvair. 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:
| 1960 Chevrolet Corvair | 2000 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GAZ |
| Model | Corvair | 3111 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |
