1977 BMW 732 vs. 1998 Lada Niva
To start off, 1998 Lada Niva is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 732. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 732 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 732 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 732 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1998 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 732 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 732 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1998 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 BMW 732. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1977 BMW 732 (290 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 732 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 732 | 1998 Lada Niva | |
| Make | BMW | Lada |
| Model | 732 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 42 L |
