1993 Lada Niva vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1993 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1993 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW Z4 weights approximately 458 kg more than 1993 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Lada Niva 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, 2011 BMW Z4 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lada Niva. 2011 BMW Z4 has automatic transmission and 1993 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1993 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lada Niva | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Lada | BMW |
| Model | Niva | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| 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 | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4242 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
