1996 BMW 540 vs. 1998 Lada 111
To start off, 1998 Lada 111 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 540 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1998 Lada 111. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 540 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1998 Lada 111. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 BMW 540 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 BMW 540. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Lada 111, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada 111. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 540 | 1998 Lada 111 | |
| Make | BMW | Lada |
| Model | 540 | 111 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
