1981 BMW 518 vs. 2001 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2001 GAZ 3111 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 518 would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1981 BMW 518. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1981 BMW 518. 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, 2001 GAZ 3111 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 518. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 518 | 2001 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | BMW | GAZ |
| Model | 518 | 3111 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
