1996 GAZ 3110 vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 16 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, 2012 BMW X3 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1996 GAZ 3110. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1996 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1996 GAZ 3110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 GAZ 3110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW X3 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 GAZ 3110. (189 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 GAZ 3110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 GAZ 3110 | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | GAZ | BMW |
| Model | 3110 | X3 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| 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 | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2810 mm |
