1957 BMW 501 vs. 1996 GAZ 3110
To start off, 1996 GAZ 3110 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 501 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 BMW 501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 BMW 501 (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1996 GAZ 3110. (112 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 BMW 501 should accelerate faster than 1996 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 BMW 501 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1996 GAZ 3110. 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, 1996 GAZ 3110 (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 501. (223 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 501 | 1996 GAZ 3110 | |
Make | BMW | GAZ |
Model | 501 | 3110 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2133 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2810 mm |