2008 BMW M3 vs. 1980 Lada 2105
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lada 2105. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lada 2105 would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1980 Lada 2105. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M3 weights approximately 641 kg more than 1980 Lada 2105. 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 M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada 2105. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada 2105.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M3 | 1980 Lada 2105 | |
Make | BMW | Lada |
Model | M3 | 2105 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1014 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2430 mm |