1985 BMW 324 vs. 1999 GAZ 3111
To start off, 1999 GAZ 3111 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW 324. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW 324 would be higher. At 3,380 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GAZ 3111 (168 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1985 BMW 324. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 324. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1985 BMW 324. 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, 1999 GAZ 3111 (270 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW 324. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW 324.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 324 | 1999 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | BMW | GAZ |
| Model | 324 | 3111 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3380 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |
