1956 BMW 507 vs. 2005 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 507 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 BMW 507 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 BMW 507 (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 507 weights approximately 44 kg more than 2005 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 BMW 507. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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, 1956 BMW 507 (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1956 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1956 BMW 507 | 2005 Lada Niva | |
Make | BMW | Lada |
Model | 507 | Niva |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 132 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 42 L |