1988 Lada 2105 vs. 2005 BMW 320
To start off, 2005 BMW 320 is newer by 17 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 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1988 Lada 2105. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 320 weights approximately 550 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, 2005 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada 2105. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada 2105. 2005 BMW 320 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. 2005 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada 2105 | 2005 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Lada | BMW |
| Model | 2105 | 320 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
