1985 BMW M5 vs. 2005 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Lada Niva is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW M5 (256 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2005 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Niva.
Because 2005 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1985 BMW M5 (290 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1985 BMW M5 | 2005 Lada Niva | |
Make | BMW | Lada |
Model | M5 | Niva |
Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 19.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |