1974 Lada 1200 vs. 2009 BMW 525
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1974 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 754 kg more than 1974 Lada 1200. 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, 2009 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada 1200. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada 1200. 2009 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1974 Lada 1200 has manual transmission. 1974 Lada 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lada 1200 | 2009 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Lada | BMW |
| Model | 1200 | 525 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 70 L |
