1999 GAZ 3111 vs. 1955 Jaguar MK VII
To start off, 1999 GAZ 3111 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jaguar MK VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jaguar MK VII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Jaguar MK VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Jaguar MK VII (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1999 GAZ 3111. (112 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Jaguar MK VII should accelerate faster than 1999 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Jaguar MK VII weights approximately 269 kg more than 1999 GAZ 3111. 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, 1955 Jaguar MK VII (275 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GAZ 3111. (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1955 Jaguar MK VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GAZ 3111 | 1955 Jaguar MK VII | |
| Make | GAZ | Jaguar |
| Model | 3111 | MK VII |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2134 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3050 mm |
