2003 GAZ 3110 vs. 2012 BMW 325
To start off, 2012 BMW 325 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 GAZ 3110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 GAZ 3110 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 325 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2003 GAZ 3110. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2003 GAZ 3110.
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, 2012 BMW 325 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GAZ 3110. (189 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GAZ 3110.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GAZ 3110 | 2012 BMW 325 | |
| Make | GAZ | BMW |
| Model | 3110 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 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 | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2810 mm |
