1978 Lada 1200 vs. 2009 BMW 650
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP) has 303 more horse power than 1978 Lada 1200. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1978 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 650 weights approximately 990 kg more than 1978 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 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lada 1200. 2009 BMW 650 has automatic transmission and 1978 Lada 1200 has manual transmission. 1978 Lada 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 650 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Lada 1200 | 2009 BMW 650 | |
Make | Lada | BMW |
Model | 1200 | 650 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 4799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 362 HP |
Torque | 85 Nm | 490 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 70 L |