1986 BMW M6 vs. 2007 Lada Niva
To start off, 2007 Lada Niva is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW M6 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2007 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW M6 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2007 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1986 BMW M6 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW M6 | 2007 Lada Niva | |
Make | BMW | Lada |
Model | M6 | Niva |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | 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 | 282 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |