2009 BMW M3 vs. 1996 GAZ 3110
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1996 GAZ 3110. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1996 GAZ 3110.
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 M3 (295 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 GAZ 3110. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 GAZ 3110.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 1996 GAZ 3110 | |
Make | BMW | GAZ |
Model | M3 | 3110 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2692 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 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 | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |