2003 BMW 320 vs. 1996 GAZ 3110
To start off, 2003 BMW 320 is newer by 7 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 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 GAZ 3110 (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2003 BMW 320. (142 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 320.
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, 1996 GAZ 3110 (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 320 | 1996 GAZ 3110 | |
Make | BMW | GAZ |
Model | 320 | 3110 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2464 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |