2003 BMW 530 vs. 2003 Lada 2123
To start off, both 2003 BMW 530 and 2003 Lada 2123 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 530 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2003 Lada 2123. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 530 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2003 Lada 2123. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lada 2123 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, 2003 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada 2123. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada 2123. 2003 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 2003 Lada 2123 has manual transmission. 2003 Lada 2123 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 530 | 2003 Lada 2123 | |
Make | BMW | Lada |
Model | 530 | 2123 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2460 mm |