1971 BMW 3 vs. 1987 Lada 2107
To start off, 1987 Lada 2107 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 3 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW 3 (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1987 Lada 2107. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada 2107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW 3 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1987 Lada 2107. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1971 BMW 3 (255 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada 2107. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada 2107.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW 3 | 1987 Lada 2107 | |
Make | BMW | Lada |
Model | 3 | 2107 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1450 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71 mm |
Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2430 mm |