1986 BMW 325 vs. 1989 Lada 2107
To start off, 1989 Lada 2107 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,693 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 325 (126 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1989 Lada 2107. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1989 Lada 2107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 325 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1989 Lada 2107. 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, 1986 BMW 325 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lada 2107. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lada 2107.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 325 | 1989 Lada 2107 | |
| Make | BMW | Lada |
| Model | 325 | 2107 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 1451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 17 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 43 L |
