1966 Ford GT 40 vs. 2000 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2000 GAZ 3111 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2000 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2000 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 364 kg more than 1966 Ford GT 40.
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, 2000 GAZ 3111 (216 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2000 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford GT 40 | 2000 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Ford | GAZ |
| Model | GT 40 | 3111 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2810 mm |
