2007 BMW 330 vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1995 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2007 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 1995 Lada Niva | |
Make | BMW | Lada |
Model | 330 | Niva |
Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 42 L |