1990 BMW 320 vs. 2003 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2003 GAZ 3111 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,285 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1990 BMW 320. (115 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 264 kg more than 1990 BMW 320. 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, 1990 BMW 320 (224 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GAZ 3111. (215 Nm). This means 1990 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 320 | 2003 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | BMW | GAZ |
| Model | 320 | 3111 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 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 |
