1976 Pontiac Trans Am vs. 2004 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2004 GAZ 3111 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Pontiac Trans Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Pontiac Trans Am would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine.
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 Pontiac Trans Am (434 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GAZ 3111. (216 Nm). This means 1976 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GAZ 3111. 2004 GAZ 3111 has automatic transmission and 1976 Pontiac Trans Am has manual transmission. 1976 Pontiac Trans Am will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 GAZ 3111 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Pontiac Trans Am | 2004 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Pontiac | GAZ |
| Model | Trans Am | 3111 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6556 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |
