1999 BMW Z9 vs. 1988 Lada 2107
To start off, 1999 BMW Z9 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada 2107. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada 2107 would be higher. At 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z9 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1988 Lada 2107. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada 2107.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada 2107. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada 2107.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z9 | 1988 Lada 2107 | |
| Make | BMW | Lada |
| Model | Z9 | 2107 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 1451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2430 mm |
