1983 BMW 525 vs. 2002 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2002 GAZ 3111 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,693 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1983 BMW 525. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1983 BMW 525. 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, 1983 BMW 525 (241 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 GAZ 3111. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 525 | 2002 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | BMW | GAZ |
| Model | 525 | 3111 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 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 |
