1988 BMW 525 vs. 1999 GAZ 3111
To start off, 1999 GAZ 3111 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 525 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 3 more horse power than 1988 BMW 525. (165 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 525 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1999 GAZ 3111.
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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 525. (239 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 525 | 1999 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | BMW | GAZ |
| Model | 525 | 3111 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3380 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
