1999 GAZ 3111 vs. 2011 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2011 Porsche Boxster is newer by 12 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Boxster (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1999 GAZ 3111. (168 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1999 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 149 kg more than 2011 Porsche Boxster.
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, 2011 Porsche Boxster (360 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GAZ 3111. (270 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GAZ 3111 | 2011 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | GAZ | Porsche |
| Model | 3111 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3380 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1351 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4371 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1293 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2416 mm |
