2007 BMW 530 vs. 2002 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2007 BMW 530 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 GAZ 3111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 GAZ 3111 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2002 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2002 GAZ 3111.
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 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 GAZ 3111. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 GAZ 3111. 2007 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 2002 GAZ 3111 has manual transmission. 2002 GAZ 3111 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 530 | 2002 GAZ 3111 | |
Make | BMW | GAZ |
Model | 530 | 3111 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2287 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2810 mm |