1999 GAZ 3111 vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1999 GAZ 3111 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 3,005 cc (5 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GAZ 3111 (112 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300. (80 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300. 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, 1999 GAZ 3111 (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300. (171 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GAZ 3111 | 1976 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | GAZ | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 3111 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2134 cc | 3005 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2800 mm |
