2005 BMW 530 vs. 1988 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1988 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1988 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Niva. 2005 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1988 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1988 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 1988 Lada Niva | |
| Make | BMW | Lada |
| Model | 530 | Niva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
