1954 BMW 502 vs. 2001 GAZ 3110
To start off, 2001 GAZ 3110 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 BMW 502 would be higher. At 2,578 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 BMW 502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GAZ 3110 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1954 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 1954 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 BMW 502 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2001 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, 1954 BMW 502 (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GAZ 3110. (189 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1954 BMW 502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GAZ 3110.
Compare all specifications:
1954 BMW 502 | 2001 GAZ 3110 | |
Make | BMW | GAZ |
Model | 502 | 3110 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2578 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2810 mm |