1996 GAZ 3110 vs. 2011 Brilliance BS4
To start off, 2011 Brilliance BS4 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 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 57 more horse power than 2011 Brilliance BS4. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 2011 Brilliance BS4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1996 GAZ 3110.
Because 1996 GAZ 3110 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 GAZ 3110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Brilliance BS4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Brilliance BS4. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Brilliance BS4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 GAZ 3110 | 2011 Brilliance BS4 | |
| Make | GAZ | Brilliance |
| Model | 3110 | BS4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3378 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2800 mm |
