2000 GAZ 3111 vs. 1972 Porsche 914
To start off, 2000 GAZ 3111 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 914. (108 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1972 Porsche 914. 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, 2000 GAZ 3111 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 914. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
2000 GAZ 3111 | 1972 Porsche 914 | |
Make | GAZ | Porsche |
Model | 3111 | 914 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2460 mm |