2003 GAZ 3111 vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 GAZ 3111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 GAZ 3111 would be higher. At 2,285 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2003 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2010 BMW 120.
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 GAZ 3111 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2003 GAZ 3111 | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | GAZ | BMW |
Model | 3111 | 120 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2285 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |