2003 GAZ 3111 vs. 1967 Porsche 912
To start off, 2003 GAZ 3111 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 2,285 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1967 Porsche 912. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1967 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 528 kg more than 1967 Porsche 912. 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, 2003 GAZ 3111 (215 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Porsche 912. (133 Nm). This means 2003 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GAZ 3111 | 1967 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | GAZ | Porsche |
| Model | 3111 | 912 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2285 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2220 mm |
