2003 GAZ 3111 vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 10 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2003 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 2003 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2013 BMW 1 Series.
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, 2013 BMW 1 Series (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GAZ 3111. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
2003 GAZ 3111 | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
Make | GAZ | BMW |
Model | 3111 | 1 Series |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2285 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4373 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1919 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |