1972 BMW 3 vs. 1996 GAZ 3110
To start off, 1996 GAZ 3110 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 3 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW 3 (201 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1996 GAZ 3110. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1996 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 26 kg more than 1972 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, 1972 BMW 3 (271 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 GAZ 3110. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 GAZ 3110.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW 3 | 1996 GAZ 3110 | |
Make | BMW | GAZ |
Model | 3 | 3110 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |