2003 BMW 545 vs. 2001 GAZ 3110
To start off, 2003 BMW 545 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 GAZ 3110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 GAZ 3110 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2001 GAZ 3110. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2001 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 545 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2001 GAZ 3110. 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, 2003 BMW 545 (451 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GAZ 3110. (189 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GAZ 3110. 2003 BMW 545 has automatic transmission and 2001 GAZ 3110 has manual transmission. 2001 GAZ 3110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 BMW 545 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 545 | 2001 GAZ 3110 | |
Make | BMW | GAZ |
Model | 545 | 3110 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2810 mm |