1996 GAZ 3110 vs. 2009 BMW 320
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 GAZ 3110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 GAZ 3110 would be higher. At 3,378 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 GAZ 3110 (191 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 320 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1996 GAZ 3110.
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, 2009 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 GAZ 3110. (309 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 GAZ 3110. 2009 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1996 GAZ 3110 has manual transmission. 1996 GAZ 3110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 GAZ 3110 | 2009 BMW 320 | |
Make | GAZ | BMW |
Model | 3110 | 320 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3378 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2730 mm |