1972 Chevrolet Biscayne vs. 2002 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2002 GAZ 3111 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne weights approximately 307 kg more than 2002 GAZ 3111.
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, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 GAZ 3111. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 GAZ 3111. 2002 GAZ 3111 has automatic transmission and 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne has manual transmission. 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 GAZ 3111 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne | 2002 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GAZ |
| Model | Biscayne | 3111 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1807 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2810 mm |
