1957 BMW 501 vs. 2003 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2003 GAZ 3111 is newer by 46 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, 2003 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1957 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1957 BMW 501. 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, 1957 BMW 501 (223 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GAZ 3111. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 BMW 501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 501 | 2003 GAZ 3111 | |
Make | BMW | GAZ |
Model | 501 | 3111 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2810 mm |