2007 BMW M vs. 1986 Lada Riva
To start off, 2007 BMW M is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lada Riva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lada Riva would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1986 Lada Riva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Riva.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 M (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Riva. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Riva.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M | 1986 Lada Riva | |
Make | BMW | Lada |
Model | M | Riva |
Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1569 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2420 mm |