1996 GAZ 3110 vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 16 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 2,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Boxster (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1996 GAZ 3110. (112 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1996 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2012 Porsche Boxster.
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, 2012 Porsche Boxster (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 GAZ 3110. (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 GAZ 3110.
Compare all specifications:
1996 GAZ 3110 | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | GAZ | Porsche |
Model | 3110 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2133 cc | 2900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4371 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1293 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2416 mm |