2001 BMW 745 vs. 1981 Lada 1200
To start off, 2001 BMW 745 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1981 Lada 1200. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1981 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 745 weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1981 Lada 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 BMW 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lada 1200. 2001 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 1981 Lada 1200 has manual transmission. 1981 Lada 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 745 | 1981 Lada 1200 | |
| Make | BMW | Lada |
| Model | 745 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 39 L |
