1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 vs. 2003 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2003 GAZ 3111 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 would be higher. At 2,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 should accelerate faster than 2003 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 78 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260.
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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GAZ 3111. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 260 | 2003 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | GAZ |
| Model | 260 | 3111 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2599 cc | 2285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2810 mm |
