1996 GAZ 3110 vs. 1982 Maserati 420
To start off, 1996 GAZ 3110 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Maserati 420 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1996 GAZ 3110. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1996 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1982 Maserati 420.
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, 1982 Maserati 420 (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 GAZ 3110. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1982 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 GAZ 3110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 GAZ 3110 | 1982 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | GAZ | Maserati |
| Model | 3110 | 420 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2610 mm |
