1989 BMW 850 vs. 1996 GAZ 3110
To start off, 1996 GAZ 3110 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 850 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 850 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1996 GAZ 3110. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1996 GAZ 3110.
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, 1989 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 GAZ 3110. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 GAZ 3110.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW 850 | 1996 GAZ 3110 | |
Make | BMW | GAZ |
Model | 850 | 3110 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2464 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |