1990 BMW 518 vs. 1996 GAZ 3110
To start off, 1996 GAZ 3110 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 518 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 GAZ 3110 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1990 BMW 518. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1990 BMW 518. 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, 1996 GAZ 3110 (189 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 518. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 518 | 1996 GAZ 3110 | |
Make | BMW | GAZ |
Model | 518 | 3110 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |