2006 BMW 525 vs. 1996 GAZ 3110
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 10 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 3,378 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 GAZ 3110 (191 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2006 BMW 525. 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, 1996 GAZ 3110 (309 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525. 2006 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1996 GAZ 3110 has manual transmission. 1996 GAZ 3110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 525 | 1996 GAZ 3110 | |
Make | BMW | GAZ |
Model | 525 | 3110 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 309 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2810 mm |