2000 GAZ 3111 vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR
To start off, 2000 GAZ 3111 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR would be higher. At 6,898 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (613 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 465 more horse power than 2000 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR should accelerate faster than 2000 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR weights approximately 44 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (790 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 574 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GAZ 3111. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GAZ 3111 | 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR | |
| Make | GAZ | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 3111 | CLK GTR |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 6898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 613 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 790 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2680 mm |
