1996 BMW 530 vs. 2004 Lada 2123
To start off, 2004 Lada 2123 is newer by 8 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 116 more horse power than 2004 Lada 2123. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 530 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2004 Lada 2123. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Lada 2123 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, 2004 Lada 2123 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lada 2123. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 530 | 2004 Lada 2123 | |
| Make | BMW | Lada |
| Model | 530 | 2123 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| 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 | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |
