1997 BMW Z3 vs. 1986 Lada 2104
To start off, 1997 BMW Z3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lada 2104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lada 2104 would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW Z3 (333 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1986 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW Z3 weights approximately 383 kg more than 1986 Lada 2104. 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, 1997 BMW Z3 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW Z3 | 1986 Lada 2104 | |
| Make | BMW | Lada |
| Model | Z3 | 2104 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 333 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 45 L |
