2000 GAZ 3111 vs. 1965 TVR Trident
To start off, 2000 GAZ 3111 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 TVR Trident. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 TVR Trident would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 TVR Trident is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 TVR Trident (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2000 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 TVR Trident should accelerate faster than 2000 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1965 TVR Trident.
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, 1965 TVR Trident (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GAZ 3111. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 TVR Trident will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GAZ 3111 | 1965 TVR Trident | |
| Make | GAZ | TVR |
| Model | 3111 | Trident |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 4727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2290 mm |
