1999 Lada Samara II vs. 2011 BMW 550
To start off, 2011 BMW 550 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lada Samara II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lada Samara II would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1999 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 550 weights approximately 1325 kg more than 1999 Lada Samara II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 550 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lada Samara II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 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, 2011 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lada Samara II. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lada Samara II. 2011 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 1999 Lada Samara II has manual transmission. 1999 Lada Samara II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lada Samara II | 2011 BMW 550 | |
Make | Lada | BMW |
Model | Samara II | 550 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3071 mm |