1996 BMW 540 vs. 2000 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2000 GAZ 3111 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 540 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2000 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 2000 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 540 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2000 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 540 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GAZ 3111. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 540 | 2000 GAZ 3111 | |
Make | BMW | GAZ |
Model | 540 | 3111 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 2287 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |