1987 Lada Samara vs. 2012 BMW 135
To start off, 2012 BMW 135 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lada Samara would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 135 (300 HP) has 226 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 135 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1987 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 135 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Lada Samara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 135 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (119 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lada Samara | 2012 BMW 135 | |
| Make | Lada | BMW |
| Model | Samara | 135 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1458 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 53 L |
