2000 GAZ 3111 vs. 2009 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan 370Z is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 GAZ 3111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GAZ 3111 would be higher. At 3,697 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 370Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2000 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2000 GAZ 3111.
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, 2009 Nissan 370Z (270 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GAZ 3111. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GAZ 3111 | 2009 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | GAZ | Nissan |
| Model | 3111 | 370Z |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 3697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
