2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2000 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 GAZ 3111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GAZ 3111 would be higher. At 6,160 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2000 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 GAZ 3111.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (424 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GAZ 3111. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GAZ 3111. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 2000 GAZ 3111 has manual transmission. 2000 GAZ 3111 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 2000 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GAZ |
| Model | Corvette | 3111 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6160 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 1 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 424 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 424 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
