2005 BMW 525 vs. 1996 GAZ 3110
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 GAZ 3110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 GAZ 3110 would be higher. At 2,692 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (225 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1996 GAZ 3110. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1996 GAZ 3110.
Because 2005 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 GAZ 3110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 will offer significantly more control. 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 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 GAZ 3110. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 GAZ 3110.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 525 | 1996 GAZ 3110 | |
| Make | BMW | GAZ |
| Model | 525 | 3110 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2692 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2810 mm |
