1996 GAZ 3110 vs. 2011 BMW 740
To start off, 2011 BMW 740 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1996 GAZ 3110. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 740 should accelerate faster 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, 2011 BMW 740 (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 GAZ 3110. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 GAZ 3110. 2011 BMW 740 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 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 GAZ 3110 | 2011 BMW 740 | |
Make | GAZ | BMW |
Model | 3110 | 740 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2692 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5215 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3211 mm |