2009 BMW 128 vs. 1988 Lada 2104
To start off, 2009 BMW 128 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada 2104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada 2104 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 128 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1988 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 128 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1988 Lada 2104. 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 128 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 128 | 1988 Lada 2104 | |
Make | BMW | Lada |
Model | 128 | 2104 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2430 mm |