2012 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1999 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 13 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (454 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1999 GAZ 3111. (168 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1999 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 155 kg more than 1999 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GAZ 3111. (270 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | 1999 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | GAZ |
| Model | C | 3111 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 3380 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4724 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2766 mm | 2810 mm |
