2000 BMW Z8 vs. 1990 Lada Niva
To start off, 2000 BMW Z8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lada Niva would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1990 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z8 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1990 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW Z8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2000 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z8 | 1990 Lada Niva | |
| Make | BMW | Lada |
| Model | Z8 | Niva |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4939 cc | 1451 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 | 2580 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 43 L |
