1966 BMW 1600 vs. 1995 Lada Samara
To start off, 1995 Lada Samara is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 BMW 1600 (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1995 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Samara.
Because 1966 BMW 1600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 BMW 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Lada Samara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1966 BMW 1600 (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 1600 | 1995 Lada Samara | |
| Make | BMW | Lada |
| Model | 1600 | Samara |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
