1999 GAZ 3111 vs. 2009 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 GAZ 3111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 GAZ 3111 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1999 GAZ 3111. (112 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1999 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 96 kg more than 1999 GAZ 3111. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 325 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GAZ 3111. (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GAZ 3111. 2009 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1999 GAZ 3111 has manual transmission. 1999 GAZ 3111 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GAZ 3111 | 2009 BMW 325 | |
| Make | GAZ | BMW |
| Model | 3111 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2134 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2770 mm |
