1998 BMW 330 vs. 2003 Lada 110
To start off, 2003 Lada 110 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 330 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2003 Lada 110. (77 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 330 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2003 Lada 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 BMW 330 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 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lada 110, 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 330 (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada 110. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 330 | 2003 Lada 110 | |
| Make | BMW | Lada |
| Model | 330 | 110 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 43 L |
