1956 BMW 507 vs. 1999 GAZ 3111
To start off, 1999 GAZ 3111 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 507 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 BMW 507 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 BMW 507 (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1999 GAZ 3111. (112 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 1999 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 246 kg more than 1956 BMW 507.
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, 1999 GAZ 3111 (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 507. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 507.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 507 | 1999 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | BMW | GAZ |
| Model | 507 | 3111 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2810 mm |
