2001 GAZ 3110 vs. 1978 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2001 GAZ 3110 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mercedes-Benz S (157 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2001 GAZ 3110. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2001 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 210 kg more than 2001 GAZ 3110. 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, 1978 Mercedes-Benz S (223 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GAZ 3110. (189 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GAZ 3110.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GAZ 3110 | 1978 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | GAZ | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 3110 | S |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2870 mm |
