2008 BMW 330 vs. 1998 Lada Samara II
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lada Samara II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lada Samara II would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1998 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1998 Lada Samara II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lada Samara II. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lada Samara II.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 330 | 1998 Lada Samara II | |
Make | BMW | Lada |
Model | 330 | Samara II |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |