1996 GAZ 3110 vs. 1958 Porsche 356
To start off, 1996 GAZ 3110 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 GAZ 3110 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1958 Porsche 356. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 1958 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1958 Porsche 356. 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, 1996 GAZ 3110 (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
1996 GAZ 3110 | 1958 Porsche 356 | |
Make | GAZ | Porsche |
Model | 3110 | 356 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2110 mm |