2005 BMW 745 vs. 1985 Lada 2104
To start off, 2005 BMW 745 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lada 2104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lada 2104 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1985 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1985 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 745 weights approximately 996 kg more than 1985 Lada 2104. 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 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lada 2104. 2005 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 1985 Lada 2104 has manual transmission. 1985 Lada 2104 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 745 | 1985 Lada 2104 | |
Make | BMW | Lada |
Model | 745 | 2104 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1014 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2430 mm |