2008 BMW 330 vs. 1982 Lada 1200
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1982 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1982 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1982 Lada 1200. 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 330 (481 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lada 1200. 2008 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1982 Lada 1200 has manual transmission. 1982 Lada 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 1982 Lada 1200 | |
| Make | BMW | Lada |
| Model | 330 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 39 L |
