1995 BMW M5 vs. 1979 Lada S
To start off, 1995 BMW M5 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lada S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lada S would be higher. At 3,794 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M5 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1979 Lada S.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M5 | 1979 Lada S | |
| Make | BMW | Lada |
| Model | M5 | S |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3794 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 43 L |
