1996 BMW 523 vs. 1999 GAZ 3111
To start off, 1999 GAZ 3111 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 523. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 523 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 523 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1999 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1999 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 523 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1999 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, 1996 BMW 523 (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GAZ 3111. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 523 | 1999 GAZ 3111 | |
Make | BMW | GAZ |
Model | 523 | 3111 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2810 mm |