2008 BMW 325 vs. 2000 Lada Samara II
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lada Samara II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lada Samara II would be higher. At 2,493 cc, 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2000 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 488 kg more than 2000 Lada Samara II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 325 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 2008 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Lada Samara II, 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, 2008 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lada Samara II. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lada Samara II. 2008 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 2000 Lada Samara II has manual transmission. 2000 Lada Samara II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 2000 Lada Samara II | |
| Make | BMW | Lada |
| Model | 325 | Samara II |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1499 cc |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
