1999 BMW Z9 vs. 1987 Lada Niva
To start off, 1999 BMW Z9 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 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z9 (242 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1987 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z9 weights approximately 480 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 Z9. 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 Z9 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z9 | 1987 Lada Niva | |
| Make | BMW | Lada |
| Model | Z9 | Niva |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2210 mm |
