1957 BMW 502 vs. 1999 GAZ 3111
To start off, 1999 GAZ 3111 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 502 would be higher. At 2,579 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 BMW 502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GAZ 3111 (112 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1957 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1957 BMW 502. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 502 | 1999 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | BMW | GAZ |
| Model | 502 | 3111 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2579 cc | 2134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2810 mm |
