1968 BMW 2000 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 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2000 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2000 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lada Niva weights approximately 250 kg more than 1968 BMW 2000.
Because 2005 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 BMW 2000. 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, 1968 BMW 2000 (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 2000 | 2005 Lada Niva | |
Make | BMW | Lada |
Model | 2000 | Niva |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |