1990 BMW 518 vs. 2003 Lada 2123
To start off, 2003 Lada 2123 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 518 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 BMW 518 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 518 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2003 Lada 2123. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 518 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 518 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2003 Lada 2123. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW 518. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lada 2123 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 BMW 518 (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada 2123. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 518 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 518 | 2003 Lada 2123 | |
| Make | BMW | Lada |
| Model | 518 | 2123 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |
