1993 BMW M3 vs. 1996 GAZ 3110
To start off, 1996 GAZ 3110 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW M3 (281 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1996 GAZ 3110. (112 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1996 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW M3 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1996 GAZ 3110. 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, 1993 BMW M3 (321 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 GAZ 3110. (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 GAZ 3110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW M3 | 1996 GAZ 3110 | |
| Make | BMW | GAZ |
| Model | M3 | 3110 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 2133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
