1995 Lada Niva vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 335. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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 335 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva. 2011 BMW 335 has automatic transmission and 1995 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1995 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 335 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lada Niva | 2011 BMW 335 | |
Make | Lada | BMW |
Model | Niva | 335 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4526 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 61 L |