2008 BMW 523 vs. 1989 Lada 2107
To start off, 2008 BMW 523 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lada 2107. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lada 2107 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1989 Lada 2107. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1989 Lada 2107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 523 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1989 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 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lada 2107. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lada 2107.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 523 | 1989 Lada 2107 | |
Make | BMW | Lada |
Model | 523 | 2107 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 17 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |