1996 GAZ 3110 vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1996 GAZ 3110 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 (231 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1996 GAZ 3110. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1996 GAZ 3110.
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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 GAZ 3110. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 GAZ 3110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 GAZ 3110 | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | GAZ | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 3110 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2692 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3150 mm |
