1956 BMW 502 vs. 1987 Lada 2104
To start off, 1987 Lada 2104 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 502 would be higher. At 2,580 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 BMW 502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 BMW 502 (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1987 Lada 2104. (71 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 502 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 502 weights approximately 366 kg more than 1987 Lada 2104. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 502 | 1987 Lada 2104 | |
| Make | BMW | Lada |
| Model | 502 | 2104 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
