2001 Lada Niva vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lada Niva would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 879 kg more than 2001 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 BMW 6 series (649 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 516 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Niva. 2013 BMW 6 series has automatic transmission and 2001 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2001 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 6 series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lada Niva | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Lada | BMW |
| Model | Niva | 6 series |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 437 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2081 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
