1987 Lada Samara vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (182 HP) has 108 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 865 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 X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Lada Samara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 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, 2012 BMW X3 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (119 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 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 X3 | |
| Make | Lada | BMW |
| Model | Samara | X3 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1458 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 67 L |
