2009 BMW 118 vs. 1996 GAZ 3110
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 13 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 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 GAZ 3110 (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 BMW 118. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 1996 GAZ 3110 (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 118 | 1996 GAZ 3110 | |
Make | BMW | GAZ |
Model | 118 | 3110 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2464 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2810 mm |