2001 GAZ 3111 vs. 1965 Pontiac Catalina
To start off, 2001 GAZ 3111 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Pontiac Catalina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Pontiac Catalina would be higher. At 6,891 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Pontiac Catalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Pontiac Catalina (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2001 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Pontiac Catalina should accelerate faster than 2001 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Pontiac Catalina weights approximately 385 kg more than 2001 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, 1965 Pontiac Catalina (625 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GAZ 3111. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Pontiac Catalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GAZ 3111. 1965 Pontiac Catalina has automatic transmission and 2001 GAZ 3111 has manual transmission. 2001 GAZ 3111 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Pontiac Catalina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GAZ 3111 | 1965 Pontiac Catalina | |
| Make | GAZ | Pontiac |
| Model | 3111 | Catalina |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 6891 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 103.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3080 mm |
