1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2002 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2002 GAZ 3111 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2002 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2002 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1270 kg more than 2002 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, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 GAZ 3111. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2002 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | GAZ |
| Model | 600 | 3111 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2810 mm |
