1969 Opel GT vs. 2003 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2003 GAZ 3111 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel GT would be higher. At 2,285 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1969 Opel GT. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel GT.
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, 2003 GAZ 3111 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel GT. (157 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2003 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel GT. 2003 GAZ 3111 has automatic transmission and 1969 Opel GT has manual transmission. 1969 Opel GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 GAZ 3111 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel GT | 2003 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Opel | GAZ |
| Model | GT | 3111 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1900 cc | 2285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2810 mm |
