2009 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2002 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 GAZ 3111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 GAZ 3111 would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (661 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 513 more horse power than 2002 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2002 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,000 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 785 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 GAZ 3111. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2002 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | GAZ |
| Model | SL | 3111 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 661 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 1000 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2810 mm |
