2008 BMW 118 vs. 1996 GAZ 3110
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 12 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 2,692 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 GAZ 3110 (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118.
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, 2008 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 GAZ 3110. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 GAZ 3110.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 118 | 1996 GAZ 3110 | |
Make | BMW | GAZ |
Model | 118 | 3110 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2692 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2810 mm |