1957 BMW 600 vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 600 would be higher. At 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 BMW 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Lada Niva (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 600 | 1995 Lada Niva | |
Make | BMW | Lada |
Model | 600 | Niva |
Year Released | 1957 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2710 mm |