2007 BMW 320 vs. 1996 GAZ 3110
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 11 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 GAZ 3110. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1996 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1996 GAZ 3110. 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, 2007 BMW 320 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 GAZ 3110. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 GAZ 3110. 2007 BMW 320 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. 2007 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 1996 GAZ 3110 | |
| Make | BMW | GAZ |
| Model | 320 | 3110 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |
