2000 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1999 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 GAZ 3111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 GAZ 3111 would be higher. At 4,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (301 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1999 GAZ 3111. (168 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1999 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S.
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 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GAZ 3111. (270 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz S | 1999 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | GAZ |
| Model | S | 3111 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4965 cc | 3380 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6160 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4090 mm | 2810 mm |
