2007 BMW 550 vs. 1983 Lada Niva
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,497 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1983 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1983 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1983 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 2007 BMW 550 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 1983 Lada Niva | |
| Make | BMW | Lada |
| Model | 550 | Niva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
