2007 BMW 325 vs. 1996 GAZ 3110
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1996 GAZ 3110. (112 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1996 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 120 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 GAZ 3110 (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325. 2007 BMW 325 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 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1996 GAZ 3110 | |
| Make | BMW | GAZ |
| Model | 325 | 3110 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 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 |
