1996 GAZ 3110 vs. 2012 Zenvo ST1
To start off, 2012 Zenvo ST1 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Zenvo ST1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Zenvo ST1 (1,104 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 992 more horse power than 1996 GAZ 3110. (112 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Zenvo ST1 should accelerate faster than 1996 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 24 kg more than 2012 Zenvo ST1.
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 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1170 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 GAZ 3110. (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Zenvo ST1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 GAZ 3110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 GAZ 3110 | 2012 Zenvo ST1 | |
| Make | GAZ | Zenvo |
| Model | 3110 | ST1 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 1104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 1430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2041 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1198 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3055 mm |
