2008 BMW 330 vs. 2001 GAZ 3110
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 GAZ 3110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 GAZ 3110 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (310 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2001 GAZ 3110. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2001 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2001 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, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GAZ 3110. (189 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GAZ 3110.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 330 | 2001 GAZ 3110 | |
Make | BMW | GAZ |
Model | 330 | 3110 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |