1977 BMW 528 vs. 1996 GAZ 3110
To start off, 1996 GAZ 3110 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 528 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 528 (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1996 GAZ 3110. (112 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1996 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 528 weights approximately 16 kg more than 1996 GAZ 3110. 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, 1996 GAZ 3110 (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 528. (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 528 | 1996 GAZ 3110 | |
| Make | BMW | GAZ |
| Model | 528 | 3110 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2810 mm |
