1971 Buick GS vs. 2003 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2003 GAZ 3111 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2003 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 2003 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick GS weights approximately 132 kg more than 2003 GAZ 3111. 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, 1971 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GAZ 3111. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick GS | 2003 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Buick | GAZ |
| Model | GS | 3111 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2810 mm |
