1999 GAZ 3111 vs. 2003 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2003 Maserati Spyder is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 GAZ 3111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 GAZ 3111 would be higher. At 4,254 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1999 GAZ 3111. (112 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1999 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 180 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, 2003 Maserati Spyder (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GAZ 3111. (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GAZ 3111 | 2003 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | GAZ | Maserati |
| Model | 3111 | Spyder |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2134 cc | 4254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2450 mm |
