1996 GAZ 3110 vs. 2011 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 15 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1996 GAZ 3110. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1996 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 414 kg more than 1996 GAZ 3110. 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, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 GAZ 3110. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 GAZ 3110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 GAZ 3110 | 2011 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | GAZ | Aston Martin |
| Model | 3110 | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4712 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2741 mm |
