2005 BMW 325 vs. 1986 Lada Riva
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lada Riva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lada Riva would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1986 Lada Riva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1986 Lada Riva. 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, 2005 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Riva. (122 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1986 Lada Riva | |
| Make | BMW | Lada |
| Model | 325 | Riva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2420 mm |
