1992 BMW 320 vs. 2005 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2005 GAZ 3111 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 320 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2005 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1992 BMW 320.
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, 2005 GAZ 3111 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 320. 2005 GAZ 3111 has automatic transmission and 1992 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 1992 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 GAZ 3111 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 320 | 2005 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | BMW | GAZ |
| Model | 320 | 3111 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
