2003 GAZ 3111 vs. 1978 Porsche 930
To start off, 2003 GAZ 3111 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2003 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2003 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1978 Porsche 930.
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 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GAZ 3111. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
2003 GAZ 3111 | 1978 Porsche 930 | |
Make | GAZ | Porsche |
Model | 3111 | 930 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2285 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 74.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |