1972 BMW Turbo vs. 2001 Lada Niva
To start off, 2001 Lada Niva is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Turbo would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 BMW Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW Turbo (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW Turbo should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lada Niva weights approximately 226 kg more than 1972 BMW Turbo.
Because 2001 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 BMW Turbo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1972 BMW Turbo (177 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Niva. (133 Nm). This means 1972 BMW Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Turbo | 2001 Lada Niva | |
| Make | BMW | Lada |
| Model | Turbo | Niva |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | 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 | 129 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 132 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2210 mm |
