2003 Lada 2123 vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lada 2123. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lada 2123 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (320 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2003 Lada 2123. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lada 2123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 335 weights approximately 490 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 2011 BMW 335. 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, 2011 BMW 335 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada 2123. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lada 2123 | 2011 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Lada | BMW |
| Model | 2123 | 335 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2761 mm |
