2009 BMW 525 vs. 1999 GAZ 3110
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1999 GAZ 3110. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 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 525.
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 525 (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GAZ 3110. (189 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GAZ 3110.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 525 | 1999 GAZ 3110 | |
Make | BMW | GAZ |
Model | 525 | 3110 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2810 mm |