1994 BMW 750 vs. 1997 Lada Niva
To start off, 1997 Lada Niva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 750 would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 750 (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1997 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1997 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 750 weights approximately 858 kg more than 1997 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 BMW 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1994 BMW 750 (488 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lada Niva. 1994 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1997 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1997 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 750 | 1997 Lada Niva | |
| Make | BMW | Lada |
| Model | 750 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2210 mm |
