1997 GAZ 3110 vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1997 GAZ 3110 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 GAZ 3110 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. (53 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 30 kg more than 1997 GAZ 3110.
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, 1997 GAZ 3110 (189 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 GAZ 3110 | 1968 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | GAZ | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 3110 | E |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2760 mm |
