1998 BMW 325 vs. 1991 Lada Samara
To start off, 1998 BMW 325 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lada Samara would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 325 (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1991 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1991 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 325 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1991 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 BMW 325 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 1998 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Lada Samara, 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, 1998 BMW 325 (220 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 325 | 1991 Lada Samara | |
| Make | BMW | Lada |
| Model | 325 | Samara |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
