1988 Lada 2105 vs. 1997 BMW 730
To start off, 1997 BMW 730 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada 2105. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada 2105 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1988 Lada 2105. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 730 weights approximately 745 kg more than 1988 Lada 2105. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 BMW 730 (279 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada 2105. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada 2105. 1997 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1988 Lada 2105 has manual transmission. 1988 Lada 2105 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lada 2105 | 1997 BMW 730 | |
Make | Lada | BMW |
Model | 2105 | 730 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2940 mm |