2008 BMW 320 vs. 1986 Lada 2107
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lada 2107. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lada 2107 would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 320 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1986 Lada 2107. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada 2107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1986 Lada 2107. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada 2107. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada 2107.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 1986 Lada 2107 | |
| Make | BMW | Lada |
| Model | 320 | 2107 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 43 L |
