1978 Ferrari 400 vs. 1996 GAZ 3110
To start off, 1996 GAZ 3110 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1978 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 400 (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1996 GAZ 3110. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1996 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1996 GAZ 3110. 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, 1978 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 GAZ 3110. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 GAZ 3110.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ferrari 400 | 1996 GAZ 3110 | |
Make | Ferrari | GAZ |
Model | 400 | 3110 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2287 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 422 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |