2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 1996 GAZ 3110
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 GAZ 3110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 GAZ 3110 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (263 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1996 GAZ 3110. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1996 GAZ 3110.
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 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 GAZ 3110. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 GAZ 3110.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 1996 GAZ 3110 | |
| Make | Cadillac | GAZ |
| Model | CTS | 3110 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2810 mm |
