2007 BMW 650 vs. 1980 Lada Niva
To start off, 2007 BMW 650 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lada Niva would be higher. At 4,798 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1980 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 650 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1980 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 650. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada Niva. 2007 BMW 650 has automatic transmission and 1980 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1980 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 650 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 650 | 1980 Lada Niva | |
Make | BMW | Lada |
Model | 650 | Niva |
Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4798 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |