1999 GAZ 3111 vs. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 11 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 4,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1999 GAZ 3111. (112 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1999 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte.
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, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GAZ 3111. (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GAZ 3111 | 2010 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | GAZ | Maserati |
| Model | 3111 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2134 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2576 mm |
