1992 BMW 850 vs. 2003 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2003 GAZ 3111 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 850 would be higher. At 5,576 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (380 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2003 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2003 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 850 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2003 GAZ 3111. 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, 1992 BMW 850 (550 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GAZ 3111. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GAZ 3111. 2003 GAZ 3111 has automatic transmission and 1992 BMW 850 has manual transmission. 1992 BMW 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 GAZ 3111 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 850 | 2003 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | BMW | GAZ |
| Model | 850 | 3111 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5576 cc | 2285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2810 mm |
