2007 BMW M3 vs. 2002 Lada 119
To start off, 2007 BMW M3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lada 119. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lada 119 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2002 Lada 119. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 119. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M3 weights approximately 605 kg more than 2002 Lada 119. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW M3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Lada 119, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 M3 (366 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada 119. (129 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada 119.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M3 | 2002 Lada 119 | |
| Make | BMW | Lada |
| Model | M3 | 119 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
