1998 BMW Pickster vs. 2003 Lada Niva
To start off, 2003 Lada Niva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW Pickster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW Pickster would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW Pickster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Pickster (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2003 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Pickster should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada Niva.
Because 2003 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW Pickster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Pickster (345 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 BMW Pickster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW Pickster | 2003 Lada Niva | |
| Make | BMW | Lada |
| Model | Pickster | Niva |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
