2001 BMW M vs. 1999 Lada Niva
To start off, 2001 BMW M is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1999 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1999 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M weights approximately 165 kg more than 1999 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2001 BMW M (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 1999 Lada Niva | |
| Make | BMW | Lada |
| Model | M | Niva |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 42 L |
