1996 BMW Z3 vs. 2003 GAZ 3110
To start off, 2003 GAZ 3110 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW Z3 (201 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2003 GAZ 3110. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2003 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1996 BMW Z3.
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 Z3 (275 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GAZ 3110. (189 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GAZ 3110. 1996 BMW Z3 has automatic transmission and 2003 GAZ 3110 has manual transmission. 2003 GAZ 3110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 BMW Z3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW Z3 | 2003 GAZ 3110 | |
| Make | BMW | GAZ |
| Model | Z3 | 3110 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2810 mm |
