2009 BMW 120 vs. 1999 GAZ 3110
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 GAZ 3110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 GAZ 3110 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1999 GAZ 3110. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1999 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 BMW 120.
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, 2009 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GAZ 3110. (189 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GAZ 3110.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 1999 GAZ 3110 | |
| Make | BMW | GAZ |
| Model | 120 | 3110 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2810 mm |
