1996 BMW 530 vs. 2000 Lada Niva
To start off, 2000 Lada Niva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 530 (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2000 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 530 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2000 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1996 BMW 530 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 530 | 2000 Lada Niva | |
Make | BMW | Lada |
Model | 530 | Niva |
Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 42 L |