1992 Lada Niva vs. 2011 BMW 328
To start off, 2011 BMW 328 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1992 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1992 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 328 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1992 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lada Niva | 2011 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Lada | BMW |
| Model | Niva | 328 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 61 L |
