2006 BMW 745 vs. 2001 Lada Samara II
To start off, 2006 BMW 745 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 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2001 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 745 weights approximately 1145 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 745 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 745. 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 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 590 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Samara II. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Samara II. 2006 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 2001 Lada Samara II has manual transmission. 2001 Lada Samara II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 745 | 2001 Lada Samara II | |
| Make | BMW | Lada |
| Model | 745 | Samara II |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4423 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2470 mm |
