2001 GAZ 3111 vs. 2004 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2004 Nissan 350Z is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 GAZ 3111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 GAZ 3111 would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan 350Z (287 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2001 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2001 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 41 kg more than 2004 Nissan 350Z.
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, 2004 Nissan 350Z (372 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GAZ 3111. (215 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GAZ 3111 | 2004 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | GAZ | Nissan |
| Model | 3111 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1459 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |
