2000 GAZ 3111 vs. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2000 GAZ 3111 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,332 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2000 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2000 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1210 kg more than 2000 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, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GAZ 3111. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GAZ 3111. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 has automatic transmission and 2000 GAZ 3111 has manual transmission. 2000 GAZ 3111 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GAZ 3111 | 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | GAZ | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 3111 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 6332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3910 mm |
