1996 Lada Natacha vs. 1990 BMW 850
To start off, 1996 Lada Natacha is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 850 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 850 (297 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1996 Lada Natacha. (70 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Natacha. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 850 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1996 Lada Natacha. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 BMW 850 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 1990 BMW 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Lada Natacha, 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, 1990 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Natacha. (118 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Natacha. 1990 BMW 850 has automatic transmission and 1996 Lada Natacha has manual transmission. 1996 Lada Natacha will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 BMW 850 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Lada Natacha | 1990 BMW 850 | |
Make | Lada | BMW |
Model | Natacha | 850 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |