2007 BMW 550 vs. 1996 GAZ 3110
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 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 (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1996 GAZ 3110. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1996 GAZ 3110.
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 550 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 GAZ 3110. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 GAZ 3110.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 550 | 1996 GAZ 3110 | |
Make | BMW | GAZ |
Model | 550 | 3110 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2464 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2810 mm |