1996 GAZ 3110 vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 15 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 GAZ 3110. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1996 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2011 BMW 120.
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, 2011 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 GAZ 3110. (189 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 GAZ 3110. 2011 BMW 120 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. 2011 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 GAZ 3110 | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | GAZ | BMW |
Model | 3110 | 120 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |