2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 GAZ 3111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 GAZ 3111 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1999 GAZ 3111. (168 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 58 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GAZ 3111. (270 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GAZ |
| Model | Corvette | 3111 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3380 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2810 mm |
