1988 Lada Samara vs. 2010 BMW 650
To start off, 2010 BMW 650 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Samara would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 650 weights approximately 1016 kg more than 1988 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 650 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 2010 BMW 650. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 2010 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara. 2010 BMW 650 has automatic transmission and 1988 Lada Samara has manual transmission. 1988 Lada Samara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 650 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Samara | 2010 BMW 650 | |
| Make | Lada | BMW |
| Model | Samara | 650 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2779 mm |
