2009 BMW 328 vs. 2005 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2009 BMW 328 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GAZ 3111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GAZ 3111 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2005 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2005 GAZ 3111.
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 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GAZ 3111. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 328 | 2005 GAZ 3111 | |
Make | BMW | GAZ |
Model | 328 | 3111 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2287 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |