1992 BMW M3 vs. 1987 Lada 2107
To start off, 1992 BMW M3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lada 2107. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lada 2107 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW M3 (282 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1987 Lada 2107. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada 2107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW M3 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1987 Lada 2107. 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, 1992 BMW M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada 2107. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada 2107.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW M3 | 1987 Lada 2107 | |
Make | BMW | Lada |
Model | M3 | 2107 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2990 cc | 1450 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 43 L |