2006 BMW 530 vs. 1987 Lada Niva
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,979 cc, 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (23 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1987 Lada Niva.
Because 1987 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lada Niva. 2006 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1987 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1987 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1987 Lada Niva | |
| Make | BMW | Lada |
| Model | 530 | Niva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1452 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
