2009 BMW 120 vs. 1988 Lada 2105
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada 2105. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada 2105 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (169 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1988 Lada 2105. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1988 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, 2009 BMW 120 (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada 2105. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada 2105.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 1988 Lada 2105 | |
| Make | BMW | Lada |
| Model | 120 | 2105 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 17 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
