2000 GAZ 3111 vs. 1983 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2000 GAZ 3111 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,930 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2000 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2000 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 445 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, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GAZ 3111. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GAZ 3111 | 1983 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | GAZ | Maserati |
| Model | 3111 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 4930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2810 mm |
