2006 BMW 523 vs. 1988 Lada 2104
To start off, 2006 BMW 523 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada 2104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada 2104 would be higher. At 2,497 cc, 2006 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1988 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 523 weights approximately 825 kg more than 1988 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, 2006 BMW 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 523 | 1988 Lada 2104 | |
Make | BMW | Lada |
Model | 523 | 2104 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1294 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2430 mm |