1996 GAZ 3110 vs. 1972 TVR Taimar
To start off, 1996 GAZ 3110 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 TVR Taimar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 TVR Taimar would be higher. At 3,378 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 GAZ 3110 (191 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1972 TVR Taimar. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 1972 TVR Taimar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 454 kg more than 1972 TVR Taimar. 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 (309 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 TVR Taimar. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 TVR Taimar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 GAZ 3110 | 1972 TVR Taimar | |
| Make | GAZ | TVR |
| Model | 3110 | Taimar |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3378 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2290 mm |
