2006 BMW 335 vs. 1996 Lada Niva
To start off, 2006 BMW 335 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1996 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 335 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1996 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 335. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Lada Niva 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, 2006 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 335 | 1996 Lada Niva | |
| Make | BMW | Lada |
| Model | 335 | Niva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 132 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 42 L |
