2003 GAZ 3111 vs. 2008 Honda NSX
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 GAZ 3111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 GAZ 3111 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2003 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2003 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda NSX weights approximately 30 kg more than 2003 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, 2008 Honda NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GAZ 3111. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GAZ 3111. 2008 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 2003 GAZ 3111 has manual transmission. 2003 GAZ 3111 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GAZ 3111 | 2008 Honda NSX | |
| Make | GAZ | Honda |
| Model | 3111 | NSX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2285 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2540 mm |
