1998 BMW 330 vs. 2005 GAZ 3110
To start off, 2005 GAZ 3110 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 330 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 GAZ 3110. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2005 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1998 BMW 330.
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, 1998 BMW 330 (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GAZ 3110. (189 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GAZ 3110.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 330 | 2005 GAZ 3110 | |
Make | BMW | GAZ |
Model | 330 | 3110 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |