2006 BMW 550 vs. 2000 GAZ 3111

To start off, 2006 BMW 550 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 GAZ 3111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GAZ 3111 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2000 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2000 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 550 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2000 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, 2006 BMW 550 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GAZ 3111. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GAZ 3111.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 550 2000 GAZ 3111
Make BMW GAZ
Model 550 3111
Year Released 2006 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4799 cc 2287 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 360 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 488 Nm 216 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93.1 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.4 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1725 kg 1500 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4950 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2810 mm


 

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