2007 BMW Alpina vs. 1990 Lada Niva
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lada Niva would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Alpina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 424 more horse power than 1990 Lada Niva. (76 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 825 kg more than 1990 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 590 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Niva. 2007 BMW Alpina has automatic transmission and 1990 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1990 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW Alpina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Alpina | 1990 Lada Niva | |
Make | BMW | Lada |
Model | Alpina | Niva |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 76 HP |
Torque | 700 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 43 L |