1975 BMW Coupe vs. 2012 Lada Niva
To start off, 2012 Lada Niva is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW Coupe would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 BMW Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW Coupe (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2012 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW Coupe should accelerate faster than 2012 Lada Niva.
Because 2012 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 BMW Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1975 BMW Coupe (251 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lada Niva. (128 Nm). This means 1975 BMW Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW Coupe | 2012 Lada Niva | |
| Make | BMW | Lada |
| Model | Coupe | Niva |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2210 mm |
