2006 BMW 523 vs. 2001 Lada Samara II
To start off, 2006 BMW 523 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lada Samara II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lada Samara II would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2001 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 523 weights approximately 662 kg more than 2001 Lada Samara II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 523 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 2006 BMW 523. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Lada Samara II, 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, 2006 BMW 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Samara II. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Samara II.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 523 | 2001 Lada Samara II | |
Make | BMW | Lada |
Model | 523 | Samara II |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2470 mm |