1988 BMW 535 vs. 1990 Lada Samara
To start off, 1990 Lada Samara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 535 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 535 (211 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1990 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 535 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1990 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 BMW 535 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 1988 BMW 535. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1988 BMW 535 (306 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 535 | 1990 Lada Samara | |
| Make | BMW | Lada |
| Model | 535 | Samara |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |
