1988 BMW 525 vs. 2000 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2000 GAZ 3111 is newer by 12 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 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 525 (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2000 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1988 BMW 525.
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, 1988 BMW 525 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GAZ 3111. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW 525 | 2000 GAZ 3111 | |
Make | BMW | GAZ |
Model | 525 | 3111 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2287 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |