1991 BMW M12 vs. 1974 Lada Riva
To start off, 1991 BMW M12 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lada Riva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lada Riva would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 BMW M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW M12 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1974 Lada Riva. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW M12 should accelerate faster than 1974 Lada Riva.
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, 1991 BMW M12 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lada Riva. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 BMW M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
1991 BMW M12 | 1974 Lada Riva | |
Make | BMW | Lada |
Model | M12 | Riva |
Year Released | 1991 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 66 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2420 mm |