1996 BMW 540 vs. 1987 Lada 2107
To start off, 1996 BMW 540 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lada 2107. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lada 2107 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1987 Lada 2107. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada 2107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 540 weights approximately 785 kg more than 1987 Lada 2107. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1996 BMW 540 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada 2107. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada 2107. 1996 BMW 540 has automatic transmission and 1987 Lada 2107 has manual transmission. 1987 Lada 2107 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 BMW 540 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 540 | 1987 Lada 2107 | |
Make | BMW | Lada |
Model | 540 | 2107 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1450 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 71 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 16 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.9 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |