1961 BMW 700 vs. 1999 GAZ 3111
To start off, 1999 GAZ 3111 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 BMW 700 would be higher. At 3,380 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GAZ 3111 (168 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1961 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1961 BMW 700. 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, 1999 GAZ 3111 (270 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 BMW 700 | 1999 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | BMW | GAZ |
| Model | 700 | 3111 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 3380 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2810 mm |
