1974 BMW 3 vs. 1999 GAZ 3111
To start off, 1999 GAZ 3111 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW 3 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 BMW 3 (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1999 GAZ 3111. (112 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1999 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 67 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 BMW 3 (270 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GAZ 3111. (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1974 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 3 | 1999 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | BMW | GAZ |
| Model | 3 | 3111 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1433 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2810 mm |
