1998 BMW 320 vs. 2011 Lada Niva
To start off, 2011 Lada Niva is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 320 would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 320 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2011 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2011 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 320 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2011 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lada Niva 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, 1998 BMW 320 (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 320 | 2011 Lada Niva | |
Make | BMW | Lada |
Model | 320 | Niva |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1951 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 19 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |