1969 Ford Mustang vs. 2000 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2000 GAZ 3111 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1969 Ford Mustang. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 84 kg more than 1969 Ford Mustang. 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, 1969 Ford Mustang (257 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GAZ 3111. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Mustang | 2000 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Ford | GAZ |
| Model | Mustang | 3111 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |
