1980 Lada 1200 vs. 1999 BMW 325
To start off, 1999 BMW 325 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1980 Lada 1200. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 325 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1980 Lada 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Lada 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 BMW 325 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, 1999 BMW 325 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada 1200. 1999 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1980 Lada 1200 has manual transmission. 1980 Lada 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lada 1200 | 1999 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Lada | BMW |
| Model | 1200 | 325 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 63 L |
