1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2001 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2001 GAZ 3111 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2001 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2001 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 320 kg more than 2001 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, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GAZ 3111. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2001 GAZ 3111 | |
Make | Aston Martin | GAZ |
Model | V8 Vantage | 3111 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2287 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |