1987 Lada 2107 vs. 2012 BMW M5
To start off, 2012 BMW M5 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lada 2107. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lada 2107 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW M5 (560 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 489 more horse power than 1987 Lada 2107. (71 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada 2107.
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, 2012 BMW M5 (680 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 562 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada 2107. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada 2107. 2012 BMW M5 has automatic transmission and 1987 Lada 2107 has manual transmission. 1987 Lada 2107 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW M5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada 2107 | 2012 BMW M5 | |
| Make | Lada | BMW |
| Model | 2107 | M5 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 560 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 680 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1455 mm |
