1970 BMW 2002 vs. 2000 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2000 GAZ 3111 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1970 BMW 2002. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1970 BMW 2002. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1970 BMW 2002. 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, 2000 GAZ 3111 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 BMW 2002. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 BMW 2002 | 2000 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | BMW | GAZ |
| Model | 2002 | 3111 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |
