2005 BMW 520 vs. 1987 Lada Samara
To start off, 2005 BMW 520 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lada Samara would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 520 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1987 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1987 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 520 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1987 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 520 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Lada Samara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 520 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 520 | 1987 Lada Samara | |
| Make | BMW | Lada |
| Model | 520 | Samara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
