2005 BMW 325 vs. 2001 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 GAZ 3111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 GAZ 3111 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2001 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2001 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2001 GAZ 3111. 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, 2005 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GAZ 3111. (215 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2001 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | BMW | GAZ |
| Model | 325 | 3111 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
