1996 GAZ 3110 vs. 1999 Panoz AIV
To start off, 1999 Panoz AIV is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 GAZ 3110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 GAZ 3110 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1996 GAZ 3110. (112 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Panoz AIV 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 1999 Panoz AIV.
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, 1999 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 GAZ 3110. (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 GAZ 3110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 GAZ 3110 | 1999 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | GAZ | Panoz |
| Model | 3110 | AIV |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2650 mm |
