1983 BMW 320 vs. 2001 GAZ 3110
To start off, 2001 GAZ 3110 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 320 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GAZ 3110 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1983 BMW 320. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1983 BMW 320. 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 3110 (189 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 320. (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW 320 | 2001 GAZ 3110 | |
Make | BMW | GAZ |
Model | 320 | 3110 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |