1971 BMW 3 vs. 2003 GAZ 3110
To start off, 2003 GAZ 3110 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 3 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW 3 (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2003 GAZ 3110. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 2003 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1971 BMW 3.
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, 1971 BMW 3 (255 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GAZ 3110. (189 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GAZ 3110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 3 | 2003 GAZ 3110 | |
| Make | BMW | GAZ |
| Model | 3 | 3110 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2810 mm |
