2001 GAZ 3110 vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2001 GAZ 3110 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2001 GAZ 3110. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2001 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300.
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, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 (275 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GAZ 3110. (189 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GAZ 3110.
Compare all specifications:
2001 GAZ 3110 | 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | GAZ | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 3110 | 300 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |