1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2005 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 1600 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Niva.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 BMW 1600 (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 2005 Lada Niva | |
Make | BMW | Lada |
Model | 1600 | Niva |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |