1999 BMW Z8 vs. 1987 Lada Niva
To start off, 1999 BMW Z8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lada Niva would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1987 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z8 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1987 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 BMW Z8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1999 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z8 | 1987 Lada Niva | |
| Make | BMW | Lada |
| Model | Z8 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4939 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 43 L |
