1988 Lada Samara vs. 2010 BMW M5
To start off, 2010 BMW M5 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 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 436 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M5 weights approximately 896 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 M5 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 M5. 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 M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Samara | 2010 BMW M5 | |
| Make | Lada | BMW |
| Model | Samara | M5 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2888 mm |
