1979 Ferrari 400 vs. 2002 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2002 GAZ 3111 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (315 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2002 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2002 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 318 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, 1979 Ferrari 400 (412 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 GAZ 3111. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 GAZ 3111. 1979 Ferrari 400 has automatic transmission and 2002 GAZ 3111 has manual transmission. 2002 GAZ 3111 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Ferrari 400 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 400 | 2002 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Ferrari | GAZ |
| Model | 400 | 3111 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 412 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
