2003 GAZ 3111 vs. 1948 Jaguar Mark IV
To start off, 2003 GAZ 3111 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 290 kg more than 2003 GAZ 3111.
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, 1948 Jaguar Mark IV (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GAZ 3111. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GAZ 3111 | 1948 Jaguar Mark IV | |
| Make | GAZ | Jaguar |
| Model | 3111 | Mark IV |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2285 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3060 mm |
