1979 Ferrari 308 vs. 2004 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2004 GAZ 3111 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2004 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2004 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 308.
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, 1979 Ferrari 308 (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GAZ 3111. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ferrari 308 | 2004 GAZ 3111 | |
Make | Ferrari | GAZ |
Model | 308 | 3111 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2927 cc | 2287 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2810 mm |